2022’s best and worst entry level jobs

This year, graduates have a leg up given the fact that many places are needing to hire still since COVID. Employers expect to hire 26% more people graduating from college this year than last year. And many of those people, are looking for a real career, not just a quick gig. Here are the best entry level jobs, the top 20 at least, that have the potential for growth according to WalletHub.

Overall Rank Job TypeTotal Score Immediate Opportunity Growth Potential Job Hazards 
1Software Engineer I81.0771512
2Electronics Engineer I80.3012039
3Engineer I79.92111333
4Systems Engineer I79.6852333
5Industrial Engineer I79.51102333
6Electrical Engineer I79.2132839
7Operations Research Analyst I78.8634615
8Hardware Engineer I78.5723633
9Web Applications Developer I78.52183312
10Env., Health, and Safety Engineer I78.22241733
11Designer I – Web77.31224017
12Database Administrator I76.55391117
13Safety Representative I76.076481
14Systems Engineering Technician I74.67264645
15Architect I74.59281853
16Safety Technician I74.1831351
17Certified Nursing Assistant – Nursing Home Salaries73.54413729
18Attorney I72.2816192
19Materials Engineer I70.3691281
20Chemical Engineer I69.4927581

https://wallethub.com/edu/best-entry-level-jobs/3716