Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Careers

Careers	Median Hourly Wage Median wage means the point at which half of all workers in the occupation earn less and half earn more. New employees are usually in the "earn less" half.	Current Demand Indicator  Current demand indicator shows how occupations compare in terms of possible openings in order from high to low.	Typical Education Required
Industrial Engineers	49.35 $49.35		Bachelor's degree
Mechanical Engineers	46.81 $46.81		Bachelor's degree
Computer and Information Systems Managers	83.28 $83.28		Bachelor's degree
Electrical Engineers	51.18 $51.18		Bachelor's degree
Industrial Engineering Technicians	31.97 $31.97		Associate's degree
Civil Engineers	49.23 $49.23		Bachelor's degree
Wholesale and Manufacturing Sales Representatives of Technical or Scientific Products	47.41 $47.41		Bachelor's degree
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians	35.28 $35.28		Associate's degree
Medical Scientists	50.09 $50.09		Graduate degree (any type)
Architectural and Engineering Managers	82.67 $82.67		Bachelor's degree
Civil Engineering Technicians	35.12 $35.12		Associate's degree
Architectural and Civil Drafters	32 $32		Associate's degree
Mechanical Drafters	31.11 $31.11		Associate's degree
Mechanical Engineering Technicians	35.07 $35.07		Associate's degree
Operations Research Analysts	49.04 $49.04		Bachelor's degree
Architects	45.85 $45.85		Bachelor's degree
Electronics Engineers	52.84 $52.84		Bachelor's degree
Biological Technicians	27 $27		Bachelor's degree
Environmental Scientists	38.14 $38.14		Bachelor's degree
Chemists	39.93 $39.93		Bachelor's degree
Electro-Mechanical Technicians	28.06 $28.06		Associate's degree

Sources: 1. Department of Employment and Economic Development Occupational Employment Statistics (Median Hourly Wage), Occupations in Demand (Current Demand Indicator), Educational Requirements for Occupations (Typical Education Required).
2. Bureau of Labor Statistics STEM definition

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Women in STEM Careers

Although many STEM careers are male-dominated, some — such as accounting and health-related occupations — employ more women. And today, many traditionally male-dominated fields are actively recruiting women. Look for companies that make special efforts to diversify their workforce. Visit Women in STEM for more information and advice on this topic.