Arisleily
New jobs that did't exist before
I am a student in my junior year I'm just curious in different careers.
I wanted to know if there were any jobs you currently work did not exist during your high school year? #career #jobs #life
5 answers
Jared Chung
CareerVillage.org TeamJared’s Answer, CareerVillage.org Team
Hi Arisleily. That's a very interesting question. I wonder what you're hoping to learn... Yes, new jobs are being created all the time. Pick any new industry (electric cars for example) and you'll find new jobs (electric car battery engineer). But that doesn't mean the job is completely new. Even the electric car battery engineer is doing work that many electrical engineers have done in the past, but within a new context. Here's another example: the role of social media manager wasn't something that existed when I was in high school, for the very simple reason that we didn't have social media (at least, not anything that we'd consider social media today). That job is new. But of course we did have lots of other marketing jobs that were closely related. Today's social media managers were doing other things fifteen years ago. So there's an important lesson there: your career can be fluid, and can adapt with changes in the environment in which you work. Picking a career field where there's a lot of growth and innovation can be a great way to make sure that you'll have lots of work opportunities.
But it's not always easy to pick the winning part of an industry. You might have looked at the publishing industry and said "there's a lot of change going on in that industry, so I'm going to get a job there." That would have been fine for you if you decided to join a company like Amazon which is disrupting the publishing industry. But what if you became a typesetter at a printing plant? You'd be in a tough spot right now, as the printing of books is in decline, and the job of typesetters has become automated and computerized. So there's definitely some uncertainty involved whenever you're thinking about new jobs.
One of the neat ways to discover new jobs is to read or watch the news and take note every time you hear of a new company or a new industry. Imagine how that industry might change the world, and what kinds of people might be needed to work in that industry. It will clue you in to where the job market might be headed. Do something valuable!
Wow Thank You so much for your detailed answer it is very helpful mostly about taking notes it definitely did answer my question.
Arisleily
Simeon Snow
Simeon’s Answer
Vivian Urata
Vivian’s Answer
Hi Arisleily,
Great question indeed. When I was in high school, the title for what I was interested in was called "Graphic Artist", which changed to "Graphic Design", and then evolved into different categories of design "UI (User Interface) Design" and "UX (User Experience) Design". With the growth of technology, new careers will be created. Good luck!
it is amazing how technology changes lots of things Thank You for answering my question
Arisleily
No problem. The founder of my company, Reed Hoffman, wrote a book on adapting to the change of the job market. It's an interesting read if you want to learn more. :) http://www.thestartupofyou.com/
Vivian Urata
of course I will take a look into this I'm curious where most the jobs will be heading towards the future Thank You again
Arisleily
Awesome. I would love to send one to you. I'm sure they have some laying around.
Vivian Urata
Alexa Dzubak
Alexa’s Answer
James Constantine Frangos
James Constantine’s Answer
Let's talk about Fresh Job Opportunities That Have Recently Sprung Up
You know, there's a whole world of jobs out there today that weren't even a twinkle in anyone's eye back when I was in high school. The fast-paced growth of technology and the ever-changing needs of our society have given birth to a whole new range of job roles in various fields. Let's take a peek at some of these exciting new careers:
Social Media Manager: As social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn have taken the world by storm, the role of a social media manager has become a must-have for businesses and organizations. These folks are in charge of crafting and executing social media game plans, managing online content, interacting with followers, and making sense of social media data to help businesses reach their goals.
Data Scientist: The rise of big data and analytics has brought about the need for data scientists. These are the whizzes who make sense of complex data sets, providing invaluable insights for businesses. They use top-notch analytical tools and techniques to find patterns, trends, and links within massive amounts of data.
App Developer: With smartphones and mobile apps becoming a part of our everyday lives, app developers are in high demand. These tech-savvy professionals create mobile apps for all sorts of things, from entertainment and productivity to education and online shopping. App developers need to be skilled in programming languages and user interface design to create apps that are both functional and user-friendly.
Cloud Computing Specialist: As more and more businesses shift their operations to the cloud, the role of a cloud computing specialist has come into the spotlight. These experts manage cloud infrastructure, optimize cloud resources, ensure data security in the cloud, and put into action cloud-based solutions for businesses.
Cybersecurity Analyst: With cyber threats and data breaches becoming more common, cybersecurity analysts are the digital knights in shining armor, protecting organizations' digital treasures. Their job includes keeping an eye on network security, spotting weak points, putting security measures in place, and dealing with security incidents to ward off cyber threats.
Digital Marketing Specialist: The move towards digital marketing channels has led to a need for digital marketing specialists. These pros are skilled in online advertising, search engine optimization (SEO), content marketing, email marketing, and other digital strategies to promote products and services online.
Virtual Reality (VR) Developer: The progress of virtual reality technology has created opportunities for VR developers. These creative minds craft immersive virtual experiences for gaming, education, training simulations, healthcare applications, and more.
Sustainability Manager: As people become more aware of environmental issues and the importance of ethical business practices, sustainability managers have stepped into the spotlight. They're in charge of creating and putting into action sustainable business practices within organizations to reduce environmental impact and promote ethical business operations.
These are just a handful of the new jobs that have popped up thanks to tech advancements, societal shifts, and changing industry needs.
To give you this information, I used three top-notch reference publications:
Harvard Business Review: This publication offers expert insights into the latest trends in business management, technology, and workforce dynamics.
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): The BLS provides detailed data on job trends and employment stats in the United States.
World Economic Forum (WEF): WEF is a trusted source for info on global economic trends, tech developments, and future workforce needs.
These sources helped me gather info on emerging job roles and industry trends.
May blessings abound on your journey!
James.