U.S. News profiles 30 careers that offer strong outlooks and high job satisfaction. See how we picked the 2009 best careers.
- Audiologist
- Biomedical Equipment Technician
- Clergy
- Curriculum/ Training Specialist
- Engineer
- Firefighter
- Fundraiser
- Genetic Counselor
- Ghostwriter
- Government Manager
- Hairstylist/ Cosmetologist
Overrated Careers
These 13 careers have a mystique that outstrips their reality. They're not bad careers, but they do have downsides that career-seekers often find an unpleasant surprise and thus shouldn't be ignored.
Ahead-of-the-Curve Careers
Here's a look at 13 cutting-edge careers, viable now and poised for future growth. They stem from megatrends like globalization, digitization, and the wave of environmentalism sweeping the world.
Best-Kept-Secret Careers
In the ever-tightening job market, it may be easier to land a good position in an under-the-radar career. Here are 11 fine ones.
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Job Universe
These career profiles highlight the training and education needed, earnings, expected job prospects, what workers do on the job, and working conditions.
