Priority Occupations
In Mississippi, you'll find abundant career options in sectors like advanced manufacturing, energy, healthcare, logistics, and information technology. These fields, highlighted by industry leaders, offer high-paying positions. Whether you have a four-year degree or not, there are many opportunities to secure well-paying jobs. We are here to guide you through the process.
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Priority Occupations represent the full list of high-demand, high-wage, and high-skill occupations identified through the AccelerateMS labor market methodology.
- Targeted Priority Occupations are a smaller subset of Priority Occupations identified for strategic state investment and program focus. These occupations are selected from within the broader Priority Occupations list but receive additional emphasis.
- Emerging Priority Occupations are identified based on new or upcoming economic development projects, but are not reflected in current labor market data.
Targeted Priority Occupations and Emerging Occupations are eligible for prioritization in Workforce Education Training (WET) funding administered by AccelerateMS.
Advanced Manufacturing
- Aerospace Engineers - ⬆️
- Aerospace Technologists and Technicians -
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technician -
- CNC Operator (Computer Numerically Controlled) -
- Electrical Engineers
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists
and Technicians - - Engineering Technicians
- Engineers
- Industrial Engineers
Energy & Utilities
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Humanitarian Serving
- Teachers
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers
- Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors
- Healthcare Social Workers