Over the next five years, about 170 million new jobs will emerge worldwide. But some of these job fields will be hotter than others.
Three factors — technological development, the green transition, and economic and demographic shifts — are reshaping the global labor market, according to the World Economic Forum.
Recently, the organization highlighted the jobs that will increase the most between now and 2030 as part of its Future of Jobs Report 2025. The findings were based on a survey of more than 1,000 of the world’s largest employers.
If you are looking for a new career, you might want to consider the following jobs, which are expected to see the largest net increase in the world over the next five years.
10. General and operations managers
General and operations managers plan and oversee the operations of an organization. They may formulate policies, plan the use of resources and manage subordinate supervisors.
The World Economic Forum projects that these types of roles will see a net gain of roughly 2 million jobs by 2030.
9. Food and beverage serving workers
Food and beverage serving workers often work in restaurants and schools, and they may take orders, serve meals and clear tables. Part-time work is common in this field.
These types of jobs are projected to increase by a net of roughly 2.5 million by 2030.
8. Nursing professionals
Nursing professionals oversee the care of patients in hospitals, nursing care facilities and other locations. They also educate patients to care for themselves. Registered nurses must be licensed.
By 2030, nursing roles are projected to see a net increase of roughly 3 million jobs.
7. Car, van and motorcycle drivers
Car, van and motorcycle drivers transport people, goods or materials. Taxi drivers are one example of workers in this profession.
These roles are projected to see a net increase of roughly 4 million jobs by 2030.
6. Food processing and related trades workers
Food processing and related trades workers perform a variety of tasks. Some prepare meat, while others bake breads, cakes and other products. They also preserve fruits and vegetables or taste and evaluate food products.
By 2030, these roles are expected to see a net increase by roughly 4 million.
5. Shop salespersons
Shop salespersons sell any manner of goods, ranging from furniture and cars to apparel. They typically work in stores and may have shifts at night and on weekends.
These jobs are expected to see a net increase of roughly 4 million by 2030, according to the World Economic Forum’s report.
4. Building framers, finishers and related trades workers
Building framers, finishers and related trades workers build and maintain buildings, and occasionally repair them. They may also construct or repair a building’s foundation.
These types of roles are projected to see a net increase of roughly 6 million by 2030.
3. Software and applications developers
Software and applications developers design computer programs and applications. They typically work in offices and may be part of teams with others in their profession.
These jobs are projected to see a net increase of roughly 7 million by 2030.
2. Light truck or delivery services drivers
Light truck or delivery services drivers typically drive smaller trucks or vans and pick up packages from a distribution center before delivering them. The job can be physical and often involves loading and unloading the vehicle.
Nonetheless, these types of jobs are projected to see a net increase of nearly 10 million by 2030.
1. Farmworkers, laborers and other agricultural workers
Agricultural jobs are arguably among the oldest jobs, as the development of agriculture dates back some 12,000 years.
These jobs are projected to see the most net gains by far by 2030, with around 35 million new roles. That’s more than triple the amount of any other job on this list.
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