career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Industrial-Organizational Psychologists and Mechanical Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Industrial-Organizational Psychologists | Mechanical Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-3032 | 17-2141 |
| title | Industrial-Organizational Psychologists | Mechanical Engineers |
| onet code | 19-3032.00 | 17-2141.00 |
| description | Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training, and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity. | Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems. |
| job zone | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 1,050 | 286,760 |
| a mean | 134,400 | 110,080 |
| a median | 109,840 | 102,320 |
| a pct10 | 51,880 | 68,740 |
| a pct25 | 80,790 | 81,800 |
| a pct75 | 198,170 | 130,290 |
| a pct90 | 224,590 | 161,240 |
| h mean | 64 | 52 |
| h median | 52 | 49 |
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