I’m a Career Expert: 3 Best First Jobs To Set Yourself Up for a Comfortable Retirement

“Satisfied clients often return for new projects or refer others, and this can provide a steady stream of freelance work, which can supplement full-time income and be invaluable in retirement,” she said. “And as designers build skills in areas like web design, animation or 3D modeling, they can offer more specialized, higher-paying services that are in demand and increase income potential.”

Additionally, she said it’s not uncommon for design firms and agencies to offer retirement benefits like 401(k) plans, pensions and profit-sharing.

“Consistently contributing to these plans, while also receiving [an] employer-matching [contribution], can build a robust retirement fund,” she said. “And with years of experience, a designer can start their own studio or consultancy, giving them control over client selection, rates and workflow, leading to higher income potential.”

Designers who evolve into business owners then have the option to hire others, possibly generating passive income and creating business equity that can be invaluable in retirement, she said.

“Lastly, but even more important, graphic design skills are transferable across industries, allowing for flexibility in the job market,” she said. “Designers can work in technology, media, healthcare, e-commerce or finance, ensuring employment even in times of economic uncertainty.”

Nearly every company needs human resources, making it a solid career path. Given this, it’s not surprising that HR coordinator landed on Indeed’s list of the “Top 25 Entry-Level Jobs That Require a Degree.”

HR coordinators are responsible for tasks like healthcare plan enrollments, payroll, conducting background checks and new employee onboarding. As an entry-level role, they may also need to perform administrative functions, like emailing candidates and maintaining employee records.

The size of the HR department is different at every company, which can impact the specific job hierarchy, but it’s possible to work your way up to vice president of HR or chief HR officer in many companies.

Many companies employing an HR staff will also offer retirement packages. HR professionals can also be selective when it comes to choosing an employer — i.e., looking for one that offers competitive features like employer-match and pensions — because just about every mid- to large-sized company has an HR department.

Editor’s note: Average salary information was sourced from Indeed and is accurate as of Nov. 5, 2024.

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