Entry-Level Opportunities

Best Paying Entry-Level Jobs in Oklahoma

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Best Entry-Level Jobs Without a Degree in Oklahoma

Starting your career without a college degree doesn't mean limiting your earning potential. Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma


Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents SOC: 13-2081	$64,780	$64,780	$31	240
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists SOC: 19-1023	$64,660	$64,660	$31	120
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1067	$64,640	$64,640	$31	120
Soil and Plant Scientists SOC: 19-1013	$64,520	$64,520	$31	100
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians SOC: 17-3022	$64,500	$64,500	$31	400
Architectural and Civil Drafters SOC: 17-3011	$64,410	$64,410	$31	1,260
Rail Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators SOC: 47-4061 No Degree	$64,310	$64,310	$31	310
Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel SOC: 41-3091 No Degree	$64,200	$64,200	$31	9,710
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Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1022	$64,180	$64,180	$31	430
Rail Car Repairers SOC: 49-3043 No Degree	$64,130	$64,130	$31	90
Chemical Technicians SOC: 19-4031	$64,110	$64,110	$31	610
First Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors SOC: 53-1047 No Degree	$64,090	$64,090	$31	8,130
Operations Research Analysts SOC: 15-2031	$63,770	$63,770	$31	1,840
Curators SOC: 25-4012	$63,770	$63,770	$31	150
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door SOC: 49-9012 No Degree	$63,680	$63,680	$31	1,320
Construction and Building Inspectors SOC: 47-4011 No Degree	$63,610	$63,610	$31	2,090
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Sheet Metal Workers SOC: 47-2211 No Degree	$63,510	$63,510	$31	2,820
Electricians SOC: 47-2111 No Degree	$63,410	$63,410	$30	8,500
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers SOC: 33-3051 No Degree	$63,120	$63,120	$30	9,660
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians SOC: 17-3025	$63,120	$63,120	$30	370
Property Appraisers and Assessors SOC: 13-2020	$62,910	$62,910	$30	920
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants SOC: 43-6011 No Degree	$62,900	$62,900	$30	2,810
Foresters SOC: 19-1032	$62,600	$62,600	$30	120
Education Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1081	$62,400	$62,400	$30	560
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Athletic Trainers SOC: 29-9091	$62,310	$62,310	$30	360
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors SOC: 21-1018	$61,990	$61,990	$30	5,150
Career/technical Education Teachers, Secondary School SOC: 25-2032	$61,940	$61,940	$30	1,170
First Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers SOC: 45-1011 No Degree	$61,920	$61,920	$30	220
Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5013 No Degree	$61,790	$61,790	$30	2,980
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators SOC: 27-1013	$61,700	$61,700	$30	60
Wellhead Pumpers SOC: 53-7073 No Degree	$61,520	$61,520	$30	770
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1113	$61,400	$61,400	$30	80
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Postal Service Mail Carriers SOC: 43-5052 No Degree	$61,400	$61,400	$30	4,130
Wind Turbine Service Technicians SOC: 49-9081	$61,270	$61,270	$29	340
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians SOC: 17-3021	$61,110	$61,110	$29	30
Historians SOC: 19-3093	$61,060	$61,060	$29	50
First Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers SOC: 33-1011 No Degree	$61,050	$61,050	$29	530
Tool and Die Makers SOC: 51-4111	$60,820	$60,820	$29	330
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5012 No Degree	$60,770	$60,770	$29	1,700
Clergy SOC: 21-2011	$60,710	$60,710	$29	510
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Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers SOC: 53-4013 No Degree	$60,580	$60,580	$29	70
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners SOC: 27-3092	$60,520	$60,520	$29	180
Survey Researchers SOC: 19-3022	$60,510	$60,510	$29	50
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5023 No Degree	$60,490	$60,490	$29	250
Surgical Technologists SOC: 29-2055	$60,450	$60,450	$29	1,940
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists SOC: 27-3023	$60,420	$60,420	$29	400
Airfield Operations Specialists SOC: 53-2022 No Degree	$60,390	$60,390	$29	80
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1121	$60,230	$60,230	$29	760
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Special Education Teachers, Secondary School SOC: 25-2058	$60,070	$60,070	$29	2,020
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1111	$59,850	$59,850	$29	90

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.