Top Career Options to Look Out for in 2024

Technological progressions and industry changes in 2023 have set remarkable milestones, unveiling a plethora of career opportunities beyond conventional paths. These new opportunities not only engage students’ minds and interests but also foster a more expansive perspective. Here’s a compilation by Jaideep Kewalramani, COO & Head of Employability at TeamLease Edtech, highlighting some of the top career prospects for students to explore in 2024 –

1. Data Scientist: Data scientists are the wizards of the digital age. They analyze large and complex data sets to provide insights and solutions for various business problems. Data science is one of the hottest and fastest-growing fields globally, with applications in almost every industry. Data scientists can earn an average salary ranging from ₹14L to ₹25L per annum.

2. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Engineer: AI and ML engineers are the architects of the intelligent future. They design, develop, and deploy AI and ML systems and applications that automate tasks, enhance efficiency, and create new possibilities. AI and ML are transforming the world, and these engineers are in high demand. They can earn an average salary of ₹11L to ₹21L per annum.

3. Digital Marketer: Digital marketers are the masters of the online world. They use various digital channels and platforms to promote and sell products and services to a large and diverse audience. Digital marketing is a booming and dynamic field, with businesses increasingly shifting to online platforms. Digital marketers can specialize in areas such as SEO, social media, content, and email, earning an average salary of ₹4L to ₹15L per annum.

4. Cybersecurity Analyst: Cybersecurity analysts are the guardians of the cyber world. They protect and secure an organization’s data and systems from cyberattacks and threats. With cyberattacks becoming more frequent and sophisticated, cybersecurity is a crucial and challenging field. Analysts can work in various sectors, including IT, banking, and defense, earning an average salary of ₹6L to ₹20L per annum.

5. Prompt Engineer: Prompt engineers are experts in language models. They optimize the output of language models like ChatGPT by crafting input prompts that help these models understand the desired output. Prompt engineering is a new and emerging field with applications in various industries. Engineers in this field can earn an average salary of ₹5L to ₹10L per annum.

6. Green Specialist: Green specialists are champions of the environment. They work in various roles contributing to environmental preservation, conservation, and sustainability. Green careers are gaining importance as the world faces environmental issues. Specialists can work in sectors like energy, agriculture, construction, transportation, waste management, policy, research, and consulting. Salaries for green specialists can range from ₹4L to ₹40L per annum, depending on the role and specialization.