Top 10 Jobs for 2009 Grads

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By Paige Blatnik 

Finding a job in this economy can be tough, especially if you are a recent graduate.  Some students are staying in school for an extra year or two, waiting for the economy to better itself before looking for work.  But, many others who have graduated are fighting for work now. 

For those of you in the graduating class of 2009, Forbes.com has come up with a list of the most profitable, and readily available jobs, for college graduates.  Here is the list of the top 10 jobs (and starting salaries) for recent grads:

1. Network Systems and Data Communications Analyst ($40,100/yr)
2. Sales Agent, Financial Services ($30,890/yr)
3. Sales Agent, Securities and Commodities ($30,890/yr)
4. Market Research Analyst ($33,310/yr)
5. Public Relations Specialist ($29,580/yr)
6. Cost Estimator ($32,470/yr)
7. Educational, Vocational and School Counselor ($28,430/yr)
8. Actuary ($48,750/yr)
9. Paralegal and Legal Assistant ($28,360/yr)
10. Computer Support Specialist ($25,950/yr)

For job descriptions and the number of annual openings for each job, visit http://Forbes.com.