Best Paying Entry-Level Jobs in Mississippi

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Best Entry-Level Jobs Without a Degree in Mississippi

Starting your career without a college degree doesn't mean limiting your earning potential. Mississippi offers numerous entry-level opportunities that provide competitive salaries, career growth potential, and on-the-job training. The occupations listed below are ideal for new graduates, career changers, and those entering the workforce for the first time.

Career Growth Potential

These roles often provide opportunities for advancement through experience, certifications, and specialized training. Many employers offer on-the-job training, apprenticeship programs, or tuition assistance for further education if you choose to pursue additional qualifications later.

How to Get Started

To get started, research the specific requirements for your target occupation, including any necessary licenses, certifications, or training programs. Many of these roles offer immediate employment opportunities with competitive starting salaries.

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Great starting positions for new graduates and career changers, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Entry-Level Jobs in Mississippi


Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers SOC: 49-2022	$64,960	$64,960	$31	1,500
Public Relations Specialists SOC: 27-3031	$64,830	$64,830	$31	950
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners SOC: 27-3092	$64,730	$64,730	$31	40
Food Service Managers SOC: 11-9051 No Degree	$64,440	$64,440	$31	1,920
Epidemiologists SOC: 19-1041	$64,340	$64,340	$31	40
First Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives SOC: 33-1012 No Degree	$64,330	$64,330	$31	2,060
Bridge and Lock Tenders SOC: 53-6011 No Degree	$64,030	$64,030	$31	50
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5023 No Degree	$63,980	$63,980	$31	250
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Insurance Underwriters SOC: 13-2053	$63,890	$63,890	$31	600
Occupational Therapy Assistants SOC: 31-2011	$63,530	$63,530	$31	420
Music Directors and Composers SOC: 27-2041	$63,380	$63,380	$30	40
First Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors SOC: 53-1047 No Degree	$62,940	$62,940	$30	4,950
Physical Therapist Assistants SOC: 31-2021	$62,850	$62,850	$30	1,150
Web and Digital Interface Designers SOC: 15-1255	$62,650	$62,650	$30	230
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5012 No Degree	$62,420	$62,420	$30	130
Embalmers SOC: 39-4011	$62,320	$62,320	$30	40
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Riggers SOC: 49-9096 No Degree	$62,260	$62,260	$30	320
Transportation Security Screeners SOC: 33-9093 No Degree	$62,080	$62,080	$30	170
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers SOC: 11-9141 No Degree	$62,050	$62,050	$30	1,300
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1121	$61,940	$61,940	$30	540
First Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers SOC: 43-1011 No Degree	$61,890	$61,890	$30	13,680
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists SOC: 13-1161	$61,820	$61,820	$30	2,620
Skincare Specialists SOC: 39-5094	$61,810	$61,810	$30	320
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1192	$61,780	$61,780	$30	150
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Training and Development Specialists SOC: 13-1151	$61,690	$61,690	$30	2,820
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1124	$61,690	$61,690	$30	60
Industrial Machinery Mechanics SOC: 49-9041 No Degree	$61,510	$61,510	$30	4,460
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1122	$61,510	$61,510	$30	180
Emergency Management Directors SOC: 11-9161	$61,150	$61,150	$29	230
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists SOC: 19-1042	$61,000	$61,000	$29	440
Architectural and Civil Drafters SOC: 17-3011	$60,660	$60,660	$29	330
Healthcare Social Workers SOC: 21-1022	$60,300	$60,300	$29	1,890
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Postal Service Clerks SOC: 43-5051 No Degree	$60,160	$60,160	$29	790
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders SOC: 51-9011 No Degree	$60,140	$60,140	$29	990
Athletic Trainers SOC: 29-9091	$60,080	$60,080	$29	200
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1123	$59,850	$59,850	$29	530
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys SOC: 27-3011	$59,800	$59,800	$29	160
Postal Service Mail Carriers SOC: 43-5052 No Degree	$59,590	$59,590	$29	3,290
Property Appraisers and Assessors SOC: 13-2020	$59,500	$59,500	$29	520
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists SOC: 13-1141	$59,490	$59,490	$29	370
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Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants SOC: 43-6011 No Degree	$59,260	$59,260	$28	1,240
Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents SOC: 41-3031	$59,170	$59,170	$28	1,950
First Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers SOC: 39-1013 No Degree	$59,170	$59,170	$28	1,030
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians SOC: 29-2034	$59,090	$59,090	$28	2,510
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators SOC: 51-8021 No Degree	$59,070	$59,070	$28	200
Interpreters and Translators SOC: 27-3091	$59,050	$59,050	$28	80
Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers SOC: 53-7072 No Degree	$58,980	$58,980	$28	70
First Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers SOC: 33-1011 No Degree	$58,940	$58,940	$28	340
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Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5013 No Degree	$58,770	$58,770	$28	250
Biological Technicians SOC: 19-4021	$58,680	$58,680	$28	330

About Entry-Level Careers

Entry-level positions provide excellent opportunities to start your career and build valuable experience. These roles typically offer growth potential and advancement paths through:

Mentorship and professional development programs
Skills training and certification opportunities
Performance-based advancement
Cross-departmental exposure and experience
Leadership development pathways

The jobs shown above represent excellent starting positions with salary ranges typically between $35,000 and $65,000, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.