Since COVID-19, a lot of job markets have changed. Some industries have flourished, while others are still struggling to get back to where they were.
The job openings mentioned here are taken from the industry-wise monthly job opening report by Statista. Take a look at these industries and their estimated pay.
Education and Health Services
- Current job openings: 1,986,000
The education and healthcare fields offer different jobs. You could be a teacher, a helper in a doctor’s office (medical assistant), a therapist, or a nurse. The amount of money you make can vary a lot depending on how long you’ve been working and what kind of job you have. In general, expect to earn anywhere from $30,000 to over $100,000 every year.
Additionally, these fields are constantly growing, so there’s a good chance of finding a job. They also tend to offer benefits like health insurance and paid time off.
Professional Business Services
- Current job openings: 1,633,000
Professional business services include helping companies with their finances (accounting), creating marketing campaigns (marketing specialists), giving legal advice (lawyers), or helping businesses run smoothly (consultants and project managers). People in this field typically make good money, with salaries anywhere from $50,000 to $150,000 per year.
Leisure and Hospitality
- Current job openings: 1,100,000
After the tough times of COVID-19, these sectors are hiring a lot again. If you like working with people and creating fun experiences, this could be a great fit. There are many options, from being a hotel housekeeper or server in a restaurant to planning exciting events or giving tours. The pay can vary a lot depending on your experience and the specific job. Expect to make anywhere from minimum wage to over $50,000 per year. This field is also known for offering flexible schedules and opportunities to work in exciting locations.
Trade, Transportation and Utilities
- Current job openings: 1,051,000
The trade, transportation, and utilities is a sector that keeps things moving. This includes getting goods from factories to stores (logistics), delivering packages (transportation), keeping the lights on (utilities), and selling those goods to you (retail). There’s a wide range of jobs available in this industry. Starting from driving trucks or stocking shelves to becoming an electrician or a utility technician. Salaries can vary a lot depending on your experience and the specific role. Yet you can expect to make anywhere from minimum wage to over $70,000 per year. This sector is also known for its stability and its wide variety of positions
Government
- Current job openings: 900,000
Government jobs offer stability and a chance to give back to your community. These jobs span all different areas. Like keeping us safe (police officers and firefighters) to helping citizens (administrative assistants and social workers) to run the government itself (civil servants). There are openings at local city offices, state capitals, and even federal agencies in Washington, D.C. The pay can vary depending on your experience and the specific role. Even so, you can expect to make anywhere from $30,000 to well over $100,000 per year. Government jobs also typically come with good benefits packages. You get perks like health insurance and retirement plans.
Manufacturing
- Current job openings: 622,000
The manufacturing sector creates the physical goods we use every day. This includes everything from cars and airplanes to clothing and electronics. There are many different jobs in manufacturing, from working on assembly lines (production workers) to designing new products (engineers) to making sure factories run smoothly (operations managers). Salaries can vary greatly depending on the specific role and experience level. However, it typically ranges from $30,000 to well over $100,000 per year. Manufacturing jobs are also known for offering opportunities for advancement and skill development,
Financial Activities
- Current job openings: 539,000
The financial activities industry is all about managing money. This includes jobs in banking, investing, insurance, and real estate. There are many different specializations within financial activities. For example, stockbrokers and financial advisors, loan officers, and underwriters. Salaries can be quite high in this sector, with some jobs offering six-figure salaries and even bonuses. If you’re good with numbers and enjoy helping people reach their financial goals, this could be a great field for you.
Construction
- Current job openings: 413,000
The construction industry is all about creating structures. They build everything, starting from houses and bridges to skyscrapers and roads. This field offers a variety of hands-on jobs, like carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and welders. Salaries can vary depending on the specific trade and experience level but typically range from around $30,000 to over $80,000 annually. Construction jobs are physically demanding. However, you also get the satisfaction of seeing your work become a permanent part of the community.
Other Services
- Current job openings: 380,000
The “Other Services” industry is a broad category encompassing many jobs that don’t neatly fit into other sectors. This could include everything from salons, barbershops, personal trainers and fitness instructors, pet groomers, and veterinary technicians. If you enjoy working with people and providing a service, this sector might be a good fit. Salaries can vary greatly depending on the specific role, experience level, and even customer tips. Generally, expect to make anywhere from minimum wage to six figures per year.
Information
- Current job openings: 211,000
The information industry is all about creating, storing, and sharing information. This includes jobs in computer technology, telecommunications, media and entertainment, and scientific research. If you’re interested in technology, communication, or innovation, this field could be a great choice. There are many different specializations within information. Popular roles include software developers, data scientists, journalists, and graphic designers. Salaries in this sector can be quite high, with some tech jobs offering six-figure salaries and stock options.