Planning your first steps for your professional career can be daunting. This slideshow from Robert Half features the skills and experience needed and salary expectations for several in-demand entry-level positions. Visit www.roberthalf.com/salary-guide for more compensation information.

1. BEST ENTRY-LEVEL JOBS
WITH HIGH SALARIES FOR 2020

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1. Web Developer
Entry-level salary
$86,000 - $104,750
Web developers work on web-based
applications, providing technical
assistance to web administrators. They
should have a solid understanding of
internet protocols and applications, as
well as strong communication and
collaboration skills.
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Source: 2020 Robert Half Technology Salary Guide

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2. Data Analyst/Report Writer
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Entry-level salary
$83,750 - $100,250
Data analysts are responsible for
helping distill an organization’s
technical data in a way that’s
meaningful to business decision
makers. The position requires strong
analytical, quantitative and problem-
solving skills, as well as knowledge of
relational database theory and practice.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Technology Salary Guide

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3. Front-End Web Developer
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Entry-level salary
$67,000 - $81,750
Front-end web developers create
appealing and user-friendly web- and
mobile-based applications. They must
be proficient in programming languages
and be able to solve problems, adapt
and communicate well.
Source: The Creative Group 2020 Salary Guide

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4. Visual Designer
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Entry-Level Salary
$64,500 - $81,250
Visual designers create the concepts,
artwork and layout for a variety of
digital projects. Strong design and
problem-solving skills and
understanding of web design issues
are required.
Source: The Creative Group 2020 Salary Guide

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5. Copywriter
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Entry-level salary
$58,750 - $72,000
Copywriters compose clear, concise
and grammatically correct copy utilizing
different writing styles that appeal to
various target markets. They must have
excellent interpersonal and
communication skills. Experience with
search engine optimization (SEO) is a
plus.
Source: The Creative Group 2020 Salary Guide

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6. Financial Reporting Analyst
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Entry-level salary
$51,000 - $76,500
Financial reporting professionals assist
with filings and reports, preparing
financial schedules and completing
month- and quarter-end activities. They
should be familiar with financial reporting
regulations and have a strong work ethic
and good communication skills.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Accounting and Finance Salary Guide

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7. Data Analyst
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Entry-level salary
$45,500 - $86,000
Data analysts are responsible for
working with, analyzing and interpreting
large data sets and creating summaries
and recommendations based on
findings. They should be proficient in
Excel and databases, and experience
in data reporting and analysis is a plus.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Accounting and Finance Salary Guide

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8. Case Clerk
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Entry-level salary
$40,250 - $44,000
Case clerks support lawyers and legal
staff. Their duties include basic legal
research, data entry, document review
and case file management. Employers
look for excellent organizational skills,
computer expertise and attention
to detail.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Legal Salary Guide

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9. Accountant
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Entry-level salary
$39,750 - $72,000
Accountants prepare journal entries
and assist with audit fieldwork, general
ledger accounts and account
discrepancies. Employers look for
candidates who have a bachelor’s
degree in accounting or finance and
strong time management, analytical
and communication skills.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Accounting and Finance Salary Guide

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10. HR Recruiting Specialist/Coordinator
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Entry-level salary
$38,250 - $44,000
HR recruiting specialists assist with
internal and external posting of open
positions, evaluating candidates and
preparing offer letters. Strong computer,
communication, interpersonal and
organizational skills are preferred.
Source: 2020 OfficeTeam Salary Guide

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11. Document Coder
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Entry-level salary
$35,500 - $40,000
Document coders receive, organize
and enter data into database programs;
import data to specialized legal
software; and prioritize material for data
entry. Knowledge of legal concepts,
technical proficiency and organizational
skills are required.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Legal Salary Guide

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12. Administrative Assistant
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Entry-level salary
$34,750 - $37,250
Administrative assistants support
supervisors and employees on a
variety of office tasks. Communication
and organizational skills, as well as
expertise in Microsoft Office, are
required.
Source: 2020 OfficeTeam Salary Guide

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13. Help Desk/Desk-Side Support
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Entry-level salary
$34,250 - $56,750
Help desk personnel assist in
troubleshooting and managing
hardware, software or network
problems. They need excellent
problem-solving, communication and
interpersonal skills, in addition to a
strong technical understanding of
technology systems they support.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Technology Salary Guide

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14. Title Closer
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Entry-level salary
$33,750 - $42,750
Title closers prepare all legal
documentation necessary for the
closing of real estate sales. They
generally need to have a notary license
and some training in real estate law
and processes.
Source: 2020 Robert Half Legal Salary Guide

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15. Project Assistant/Coordinator
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Entry-level salary
$31,750 - $38,500
Project assistants/coordinators work
with internal and external parties to
initiate and run major projects. This
position requires excellent
communication skills and extensive
knowledge of database and project
management software.
Source: 2020 OfficeTeam Salary Guide

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