Educational and licensing requirements differ for the careers within a particular field or industry, as do job duties and salaries. When you know what field you want to work in, but aren't sure which career within that occupation to choose, use these comparisons to help you decide.
Careers Working With Animals
Veterinarian, Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Animal Trainer and Groomer
Careers in Engineering
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Engineer and Engineering Technician
Computer Science Careers
Computer and Information Systems Manager, Computer Systems Analyst, Computer Software Engineer, Computer Hardware Engineer, Computer Programmer and Computer Support Specialist
Construction Careers
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Carpenter, Electrician, HVAC Technician and Construction Project Manager
Green Jobs
Urban or regional planner, conservationist, environmental technician, environmental scientist, geoscientist and landscape architect
Marketing Careers
Market Research Analyst, Marketing Manager, Public Relations Specialist, Retail Salesperson, Sales RepresentativeCareers in Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant and Occupational Therapist AideCareers in Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant and Physical Therapist Aide
Video Game Careers
Video game designer, video game programmer, animator, audio engineer, writer, translator, video game tester, technical support professional, video game producer, marketing manager, market research analyst, sales representative
