career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3026 | 19-3094 |
| title | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 17-3026.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 73,410 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 69,780 | 137,600 |
| a median | 64,790 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 46,370 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 53,230 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 79,040 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 97,670 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 33 | 66 |
| h median | 31 | 67 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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