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For people who enjoy working with their hands, entering the construction or other trade fields can begin right after high school. Carpenters, masons, construction workers, painters, and plumbers are among the in-demand jobs in these fields. Apprenticeships provide on-the-job training and trade unions afford solid wages and benefits. Employers of entry-level workers in these fields are looking for employability skills: a sense of responsibility, a...
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"All hospitality jobs share a common purpose: to service people in the best way. The goal of every job is to make people's lives a bit brighter, whether it's by preparing an exquisite meal, making sure someone's flight is enjoyable, or putting together a beautiful bouquet of flowers. It's a fun and fast-paced industry filled with jobs that affect people's lives in a positive way; so if you enjoy working in crowded environments, and have a friendly...
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"There is a wide range of exciting and satisfying military careers available without a college diploma. The military offers thousands of specialized jobs, and the majority of those have direct civilian counterparts. In the military, you earn a steady paycheck from the moment you sign up. If you join at age 18, you can serve a full 20 years and retire at age 38! What's more, the U.S. armed forces offer excellent educational benefits. After your tour...
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"Land, air, and sea vehicles need to be driven, built, and maintained, as do roads and rails. Besides offering a base of employment, the transportation field provides people with plenty of personal satisfaction. Some of these jobs are union jobs, with excellent benefits; others, such as revolutionary ride-sharing services like Uber, offer few benefits but a lot of freedom and control over where and when you work. The manufacturing jobs featured in...
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"A career in the field of food, agriculture, or natural resources is ideal for people who enjoy the outdoors and don't mind getting their hands dirty. Farm work with crops or livestock is just part of the picture. In-demand careers in the field include butchers, groundskeepers, forest firefighters, and more. The good news is that the skills needed for these fields can largely be learned on the job, and you can enter these positions with just a high...
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If you're good with computers or have an artistic flair, a career in the field of computers, communications, or the arts may be right for you. Many of the jobs in these fields require no further degree than a high school diploma or GED to get your foot in the door. Whether working as a computer help-desk specialist or AutoCAD technician in an office or camera operator, grip, or stagehand on a film or television set, these jobs can lead to exciting...
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