Breaking into AI is hard, but these companies are hiring at the entry level. We filtered for companies with entry-level or junior positions and ranked by opportunity count.
Key Findings
Across the top 20 companies in this ranking, the average salary ceiling is $172K, with Protiviti leading at $316K. these companies collectively list 48 open AI positions, and 10% of roles are available remotely.
Methodology
Rankings are based on job posting data collected from Indeed and company career pages. Only companies with multiple open positions and disclosed salary data are included. Data is updated weekly. Companies are ranked by job count using data from active job postings. Only companies with 3 or more active positions are included in the final rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get an AI job without experience?
Yes, but competition is fierce. Focus on building a portfolio of projects (Kaggle competitions, open-source contributions, personal projects using LLMs). Many companies hire from bootcamps and adjacent roles (software engineering, data analysis).
What skills do entry-level AI jobs require?
Most entry-level AI positions require Python, basic ML knowledge (scikit-learn, PyTorch basics), SQL, and familiarity with cloud platforms. LLM-specific skills like prompt engineering and RAG are increasingly valued even at junior levels.
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