An Air Traffic Controller career may be for you if you are detail oriented and are very interested in airplanes. The starting salary can be around 0K.   Since many air traffic controllers will be retiring over the next few years, the U.S. government plans to hire thousands of controllers in the years ahead.

The main responsibility of a traffic controller is to coordinate the movement of planes to ensure orderly air traffic. This is a position of great responsibility since the controller makes decision that can save lives.

The training required is typically four years of college which provide courses for air traffic controllers. You will also need to complete an eight hour exam prior to employment if you have less than three years experience in air traffic control. After getting hired, you will attend a 10 week training program. You will work with a simulation where you will get the actual feel of directing traffic. The training is challenging but it is worth it in terms of job satisfaction and pay.