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10 High Paying Trade Jobs (No Degree Needed)!

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 12, 2024

While college is a recommended for several careers, not every job requires a degree. Many companies hire individuals straight out of high school or trade school for certain jobs. And many of these trade jobs pay well, too! Before we list the top 10 high paying trade jobs, it helps to understand what a trade school …

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What’s The Difference: Software Engineer Vs Web Developer?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 13, 2023

The IT industry has evolved and expanded rapidly in recent years. This has led to a growing demand for software engineers and web developers. And that demand is set to increase in the near future. Anyone interested in working in the IT industry would have definitely heard about these two career paths. But there is …

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10 Careers for Math Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 28, 2023

If you love crunching numbers and doing complicated calculations, there’s good news on the job front for you. Math graduates are in great demand across all industries, so you’ll never have to worry about getting employed. What’s more, there are several interesting and high-paying careers for math majors, so you’ll get paid generously for doing …

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Q&A: What are Companies Offering Apprenticeships?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

No matter where you are in your education, an apprenticeship program may be an option available to you. These programs can help you get hands-on experience in your intended field and could lead to a full-time job in the future. We’ll go over the basics of companies offering apprenticeships, what the programs look like, the …

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8 Awesome Careers with the Highest Satisfaction

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Job satisfaction isn’t all about pay – you could have a high paying job, but other factors, like the work itself and the stress, could make it an unsatisfying position. So what does make for a satisfying job? And what are some careers that have the highest satisfaction? What Can Impact Your Satisfaction in a …

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How to Become a Business Consultant

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Are you thinking about pursuing a career as a business consultant? It’s important to know what to expect in the career, but also what you need to do to become one! You’ll first need a degree, some skills, and perhaps even your master’s. Here’s everything you need to know to become a business consultant: What …

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Guide to: What Can You Do With a Social Science Degree?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re thinking about pursuing a social science degree, you might be wondering: what career options are available to you after graduation? You actually have quite a few to choose from! Your major will definitely impact your choices, so we’ll go over them first. Plus, what can you do with a social science degree? Let’s …

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7 Great Jobs For Former Teachers

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Being a teacher can be a rewarding job, but it may not be the right one for everyone. Whether you’re leaving your teaching job because of location, hours, or pay, there are amazing careers and jobs for former teachers out there for you to succeed in. An education degree may be holding some teachers back …

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Benefits of Using Career Services

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 29, 2024

Colleges have tons of resources that students barely take advantage of simply because they don’t know they even exist! One that some students overlook is the career services center of their school. These centers actually offer amazing benefits and resources including networking, career exploration, and job search preparation, among others. What are College Career Services? …

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Skills Students Need to Learn: The Top Skills Employers Look For

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Navigating the job market can be overwhelming. Whether you’re in high school, college or have just graduated, having the right skill set can put you ahead and make you stand out from other applicants. In school, you are likely learning and practicing tons of technical or hard skills. Skills like math, language, analytics, etcetera. But …