Open roles in the USA by industry
Employers in these sectors are hiring across the country. Pick the one that fits you best.
Healthcare & nursing jobs
Hospitals, clinics, home health and care homes
Multiple roles open
See all rolesWarehouse, driving & trades jobs
Logistics, trucking, construction and maintenance
Multiple roles open
See all rolesHealthcare careers
Registered nurse
About 194,700 new RN jobs are projected by 2035. Travel-nurse contracts, night shifts and critical-care specialties usually pay above the median.
Nurse practitioner
Projected to grow 41% — the fastest of any large occupation. Primary care, psychiatric-mental health and acute care are especially short-staffed.
Medical & health services manager
Runs departments, clinics or practices. A master's in health administration (MHA) or MBA helps for hospital leadership roles.
Medical assistant
Over 107,000 new jobs projected. Works in physician offices and outpatient clinics; a stepping stone to nursing or health administration.
Technology, data and cybersecurity
Software developer
About 174,700 new jobs projected. Cloud, AI integration and security skills are the most requested in job postings.
Information security analyst
Protects networks from breaches and ransomware. Financial services, healthcare and government contractors hire heavily.
Data scientist
Builds models and analytics with Python, SQL and machine learning — projected to grow 35% by 2035.
Computer & IT systems manager
Plans and directs an organization's technology. One of the best-paid occupations with over 100,000 new jobs projected.
Business and finance
Financial manager
Oversees budgets, investments and reporting. A CFA or CPA credential and an MBA strengthen candidacy for senior roles.
Accountant & auditor
Tax rules, audits and compliance keep demand steady. Licensed CPAs typically earn considerably more than non-licensed staff.
Management analyst
Helps companies cut costs and improve operations. Many work for consulting firms; certifications such as CMC can help.
General & operations manager
About 181,300 new jobs projected across retail, logistics, manufacturing and services.
Skilled trades and transportation
Electrician
About 75,900 new jobs projected, boosted by EV chargers, solar and data-center construction.
Truck driver (CDL-A)
Long-haul, regional and local routes. Hazmat and tanker endorsements usually raise pay.
Wind turbine technician
Grows 30% by 2035. Work is outdoors and at heights; travel is common.
Industrial machinery mechanic
Keeps factory and warehouse equipment running. Automation skills (PLCs, robotics) raise pay.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook — Fastest growing occupations and Most new jobs, 2025–35 projections; median pay is May 2025. Pay varies by state, employer and experience.
How to get hired faster in the US
- Tailor your resume to each posting. Many US employers screen applications with applicant tracking systems (ATS). Mirror the job's key skills and certifications, use a simple layout, and quantify results (for example, "reduced processing time by 20%").
- Get the credential employers filter for. A nursing license, CDL, Security+ or cloud certification can move your application to the top of the pile.
- Apply directly and early. Postings on employer career pages often get the most attention in the first few days.
- Prepare for behavioral interviews. US interviewers commonly ask "tell me about a time…" questions — answer with the situation, what you did, and the result.
- Negotiate the full package. Ask about sign-on bonuses, shift differentials, 401(k) match, health-insurance costs and tuition support — not only the base salary.
Salary, taxes and take-home pay
US salaries are quoted before tax. Your take-home pay depends on federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare (FICA), state income tax (nine states, including Texas and Florida, have no state income tax on wages), and what you contribute to health insurance and retirement. A job paying $70,000 in a no-income-tax state can leave you with more money each month than a slightly higher salary in a high-tax, high-rent city — so compare cost of living, especially housing, before relocating.
Where to search for these jobs
Last reviewed: September 2026. Salary figures are national medians from the BLS and vary by location and experience.
