Employment projections for the next decade reveal a strong demand for roles in healthcare and service industries.
Leading the list are home health and personal care aides, with a projected increase of 739,800 jobs, reflecting the growing need for elder care and support for individuals with chronic conditions.
Fast food and counter workers follow with 233,000 new positions, driven by the expansion of quick-service restaurants.
Stockers and order fillers are expected to grow by 235,000, supporting the logistics and retail sectors.
Restaurant cooks will see a rise of 217,000 jobs, while registered nurses—critical to healthcare delivery—are projected to increase by 164,000.
General and operations managers, essential for organizational leadership, will grow by 166,100, and medical and health services managers by 142,900, underscoring the importance of strategic oversight in healthcare systems.
