Most Popular Companies and Jobs For Recent Grads
As a college student, your main goal after graduation is to find a job that suits your interests and talents. Maybe you have already started your job search, or maybe you are new to the game. Regardless, there are many existing services to aid you in your job search.
By now you have heard about LinkedIn, but maybe you still do not have a profile on the site. Companies have posted millions of internships and entry-level jobs on LinkedIn, and you can get started on your job search today by simply building your LinkedIn profile.
The following is a list of companies that have hired the most U.S. grads in 2016, as well as the most popular jobs for college graduates, copied from a recent press release.
Most Popular Companies:
1. Deloitte
2. EY
3. PwC
4. Amazon
5. Oracle
6. Accenture
7. Target
8. JPMorgan Chase
9. Insight Global
10. Lockheed Martin
The most popular entry-level jobs for recent grads include an account manager, a recruiter and a graphic designer. Find the full list below with median salaries.
1. Account Manager: $50,000
2. Software engineer: $80,000
3. Business analyst: $59,000
4. Customer service representative: $35,000
5. Administrative assistant: $39,500
6. Recruiter: $39,200
7. Consultant: $73,000
8. Investment Banking Analyst: $85,000
9. Graphic Designer: $36,000
10. Staff Accountant: $50,000
LinkedIn is a fabulous job-search resource for college students, helping you every step of your career journey. Get started on your new career path today by browsing entry-level jobs on LinkedIn.