by Kirsten Hines

Created on: July 20, 2010   Last Updated: November 03, 2010

In today’s economy it can be daunting looking for your first job. Finding a job that is stable is important no matter what stage you are in your career. Take your time to pick a career that will keep you engaged and provide steady growth. Careers are like individuals, not one size fits all.  There are several industries that are hiring. Do your research to find something that you will not only enjoy, but will have stability and potential.

Research

To start your search the website College Grad lists top employers that are “Dedicated to the training and advancement of college graduates”.  This is a perfect beginning to investigate companies you may be interested in. It will help find a career that suits you.

Healthcare

Healthcare is currently one of the fastest growing industries. According to the U.S World Report healthcare has some of the hottest jobs right now. Healthcare is becoming increasingly popular with the changes in healthcare reform and the aging population.  You can begin by looking to become a registered nurse, physical therapist or within the pharmaceutical industry. The healthcare field has a vast selection of careers to choose from.

Government

The Federal Government will “soon be retiring thousands of federal workers”, says the U.S. World Report. With a variety of career paths to choose from: public relations, human resources, finance and many more opportunities will be available. Looking on government websites you can get ideas of a career path that can be a perfect fit.

Blue collar jobs

There are several careers out there in the blue collar industry. These jobs have proven to be stable in this economy.  Selecting a job that suits your qualities will help you have a successful start with a new job: a plumber, a hair dresser or a mechanic. Mechanics are constantly in demand according to the United States Department of Labor there are approximately 783,700 mechanics in the United States.  

Education

People will inevitably be in need of teaching or training. Finding a job in the education field is broader than teaching: administrators, counselors or librarians are a few examples. This can be a satisfying career as well as a steady one.

Your next process is deciding what is important for a career: family, salary or the ability to move up within your company. It’s time to measure each of these areas and pick what field is your best fit for the beginning of your career path.

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