For international students or future US citizens, choosing a field of study and determining the job you will pursue in this promised land is always a concern and worry. So, let’s update and refer to the latest job trends in the US in 2023 to help you make the best choice!

1. Labor Situation and Growing Fields in the US 

According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) report by the US Department of Labor (published on May 5, 2023), as of April 2023, the demand for jobs in the US (nonfarm) continues to increase in the fields of professional and business services, healthcare, recreation and hospitality services, and social assistance. So, what fields should we focus on when deciding to study and settle in the US in the next 10 years? 

2. Trending and Potentially Growing Fields in the US in the Next 10 Years 

Healthcare and Medicine: With an aging population and increasing personal health awareness due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare and medical fields are expected to see strong growth. Careers such as nurses, nursing assistants, surgeons, anesthesiologists, veterinarians, medical technicians, and health services managers could become attractive fields.

Information Technology and Programming: The information technology and programming sectors are predicted to continue their strong growth. Positions such as software developers, network administrators, data scientists, and cybersecurity analysts are expected to be in high demand.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: With the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, jobs related to AI, such as data specialists, AI analysts, and AI application developers, will become increasingly important.

Business and Finance: Business and finance have always been important fields. In the future, there is expected to be high demand for management experts, financial analysts, accounting specialists, and market analysts.

Renewable Energy and Environment: With increased awareness of environmental issues and the transition to renewable energy sources, the renewable energy and environmental protection industries are expected to open up many new job opportunities. Careers such as renewable energy engineers, environmental management specialists, and environmental researchers could become future trends.

It can be seen that healthcare and technology remain the leading fields in job search trends in the US job market to date.

3. Top Best Jobs and Highest Average Salaries in 2023 in the US

According to USNews (a very popular media information site in the US with over 40 million monthly users), the top 10 best jobs (including benefits) are:

#1. Software Developer (Information Technology & Programming)

#2. Nurse Practitioner (Healthcare and Medicine)

#3. Medical and Health Services Manager (Healthcare and Medicine)

#4. Physician Assistant (Healthcare and Medicine)

#5. Information Security Analyst (Information Technology & Programming)

#6. Physical Therapist (Healthcare and Medicine)

#7. Financial Manager (Business & Finance)

#8. IT Manager (Information Technology & Programming)

#9. Web Developer (Information Technology & Programming)

#10. Dentist (Healthcare and Medicine)

And the top 10 jobs with the highest average annual salaries are:

Note that job trends can change, and the above references provide information based on current data and forecasts. Therefore, you should regularly follow NEEC’s website and other reference sources to stay updated on the latest job trends and opportunities.

We hope this information helps you better navigate your career path.

If you are still unclear about choosing the right career, contact NEEC, the first US study abroad consulting unit in Vietnam to apply a comprehensive cognitive survey method, personalizing the study abroad journey. Based on the survey results, NEEC’s experts will advise you specifically on the list of schools & fields that best suit your aspirations and potential.

NEEC wishes you quickly achieve your American dream. We are very proud to accompany you on this journey to conquer that dream.

(Reference sources:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2021/09/16/the-30-fastest-growing-jobs-and-careers-for-the-next-10-years/?sh=510daf7c609f 

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/best-careers-for-the-next-ten-years

https://cheddar.com/media/the-top-jobs-to-look-for-in-2023

https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/the-100-best-jobs 

https://www.bls.gov/web/empsit/ceshighlights.pdf

https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/ecopro.pdf )