Handles paperwork and scheduling for a project team, often at engineering or construction firms.
You format reports, file permits, set up meetings and keep the project's contact list current.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school diploma or associate.
Ways in: On-the-job training, 2-year college. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Business Administration.
Shrinking. Admin roles are shrinking.
High risk for 10 years. Formatting reports, filing and scheduling are very exposed to AI, so assistant openings are shrinking fast.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to project assistant openings at engineering, construction and architecture firms
Classes: Computer applications, English Language Arts.
Official data: O*NET occupation 43-6014.
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