Syracuse can be a great place to work, especially if you have the skills and education to land your dream job. Here are the 10 highest paying jobs in the Syracuse area, along with the requirements to get that job.
Mechanical Engineers- Estimated annual salary, $70,340
To become a mechanical engineer, you need at least a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. In some instances, you also need a master’s degree and experience in the field. Some positions also require you to be registered with the state.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.calmis.cahwnet.gov/file/occguide/ENGMECH.HTM
Physician Assistant Estimated Salary, $73,920
To become a physician assistant, applicants must complete a 2-year formal training program and assume and pass the Physician Assistant. National exam certifying to obtain a license. Some employers also require extensive experience in the medical field.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos081.htm
Personal Financial Advisors – Estimated Annual Salary, $74,280
To become a personal financial advisor there are certain things you should have, but don’t necessarily have. Most employers (and clients) prefer applicants to have a college education, but it is not required. Also, employers are more likely to be certified applicants, but again, this is not required to pursue this job position.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.stats.bls.gov/oco/print/ocos259.htm
Computer Software Engineers- Estimated annual salary, $74,890
Most employers require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering for this job. Some may also require prior experience in this field.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos267.htm
Post-secondary Teachers- Estimated annual salary, $84,040
Applicants to complete this position must earn a 4 year program at an approved school, a bachelor’s degree or higher. Most employers will also require at least 3 years of prior experience in a related field and will also require a license or certification.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.collegegrad.com/careers/proft55.shtml
Pharmacists- Estimated annual salary, $94,250
To work as a pharmacist, you need to graduate from an approved pharmacy school and pass and pass an exam to obtain a license. Some employers may also require prior experience.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos079.htm
Lawyer – Estimated annual salary, $94,530
There are several things you should do to pursue this career. The first thing you should do is earn a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a law-related field. You cannot enter a law school without at least a Bachelor’s degree. When you get into law school, you will complete it in about 7 years. After completion, you must take and pass the Bar exam to obtain a license to practice law. Depending on the firm you are targeting, it may also be required that you have previous experience in this field.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos053.htm
General and Operations Managers – Estimated annual salary, $107,640
This position may require a bachelor’s degree or higher, depending on the job. Employers may also require several years of prior experience in a related field.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.careervoyages.gov/OOH/4yr_OOH111021_content.html
Sales Managers- Estimated annual salary, $109,330
Employees in this field usually require at least 2 years of prior sales experience, and some type of degree, although neither is required. In some instances, you may also be able to obtain a state license.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.careervoyages.gov/automotive-sales-generalmanager.cfm
Physicians and surgeons – Estimated annual salary, $141,240
Becoming a doctor is very challenging, but very rewarding, both financially and emotionally. To become a doctor or surgeon, one must complete 4 years of undergraduate school, another must attend 4 years of medical school. in and complete a 3 to 8 year internship and residency. All this must be done in this particular course.
For more info on this course go to:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos074.htm
Note: Salary figures are taken from the 2006 report and may be subject to change.
