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Job outlook for career assistants in the United States
Are career assistant jobs in demand?
Career assistant job and salary trends over time
Career assistant jobs over time
Career assistant job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 454 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 455 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 461 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 447 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 437 | 0.00% |
Average career assistant salary over time
Career assistant salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,098 | $13.99 | +2.6% |
| 2024 | $28,370 | $13.64 | +3.9% |
| 2023 | $27,309 | $13.13 | +1.9% |
| 2022 | $26,800 | $12.88 | +4.1% |
| 2021 | $25,740 | $12.37 | +3.2% |
Career assistant jobs by state
Most common states for career assistants
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 850 | 15% |
| 2 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 68 | 10% |
| 3 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 498 | 7% |
| 4 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 96 | 7% |
| 5 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 58 | 7% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 56 | 7% |
| 7 | Alaska | 739,795 | 52 | 7% |
| 8 | Ohio | 11,658,609 | 686 | 6% |
| 9 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 349 | 6% |
| 10 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 341 | 6% |
| 11 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 173 | 6% |
| 12 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 105 | 6% |
| 13 | New York | 19,849,399 | 920 | 5% |
| 14 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 615 | 5% |
| 15 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 476 | 5% |
| 16 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 411 | 5% |
| 17 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 350 | 5% |
| 18 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 288 | 5% |
| 19 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 171 | 5% |
| 20 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 136 | 5% |
Most common cities for career assistants
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houma | 1 | 3% | $22,587 |
| 2 | Baton Rouge | 1 | 0% | $22,562 |
| 3 | New Orleans | 1 | 0% | $22,541 |
Career Assistant job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of career assistant experts
Monmouth University
Colorado State University
What's a day at work look like for a Career Assistant?
William Hill: That's hard to say because different jobs will have different requirements both now and post-COVID. Some jobs, like sales,will probably revert to more in-person activities, while other may be able to remain mostly or partially remote. Yes, a typical day might mean working from home more often than in the past. Technology, especially AI, will become a large influence. I suspect more professional/office jobs will evolve in to a hybrid model, with some in-person activity blended with remote.
What soft skills should all Career Assistants possess?
William Hill: Problem solving skills are essential in the workplace for new grads, especially now. They will find it increasingly difficult to engage more experienced co-workers for helpful problem solving advice in a virtual workspace. You can't just stroll over to someone's office for a quick chat anymore. They will be more often "on their own" when it comes to analyzing a challenge and crafting a solution. Verbal and written communication skills remain important in a workspace dominated by Zoom and email.
Leanna Biddle
Career Education ManagerColorado State University
Career Center and Warner College of Natural Resources
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Career Assistants?
Leanna Biddle: Last March, with COVID-19 and the shift to virtual business and engagement, the economy was negatively impacted, shown by high unemployment rates and business closures. Though this was unforeseen for many, jobs in this field have started to recover. As a Career Education Manager, I have seen the following: employers actively attending and engaging in virtual career fairs, job opportunities available for graduates, and the advertisement of internship opportunities for current students, offered both in-person and virtually.
In the career world, the new word I use is pivoting, looking for different ways to stand out as a candidate. It may not be as simple as applying for opportunities - there are different strategies to consider: attending networking events offered at your institution and/or in the community, making connections with faculty and staff in the field, and leaning into engagement opportunities, whether that be nationwide with an organization, like the American Fisheries Society, or volunteering in your city.
We don't know what the lasting impact will be. The landscape is still changing by the day, with hiring fluctuations and changing employer needs. I do know that graduates are not alone in this process; many institutions offer career support for recent graduates and alum.