Many new college graduates may be apprehensive about entering the “real world” where job prospects look a bit grim. But what many forget is that with the rise of technology, emerging industries are adding positions that didn’t even exist a decade ago.
Each year, new college graduates have the opportunity to seize on emerging industries and positions where competition isn’t yet very high. A recent post on Forbes highlighted ten jobs that didn’t exist ten years ago; check out a few of them below.
1. App developer. Although many of us can’t imagine our lives without our convenient mobile devices, the iPhone was released only five years ago, and the Android, a year after. Mobile apps are a huge revenue-increaser for companies like Apple. Forbes reports that Apple pulled in over $15 billion in revenue from apps last year, and there are currently 16,000 listings for mobile app developers on some job search sites.
2. Social media manager. From big businesses to local stores to nonprofits to governmental agencies, all organizations seem to be on Twitter and Facebook these days. Social media has become a huge part of marketing and advertising, and many companies are employing social- and tech-savvy college grads to handle these huge and influential platforms. Still, it’s important to be well-rounded: having thousands of Twitter followers doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be a pro at this job. Majors in communications, marketing, English, and public relations may be the best fit for these jobs.
3. Sustainability expert. More and more universities are offering environmental leadership majors, and more and more companies are looking to harness their knowledge. Keeping a business environmentally sustainable can have immediate benefits when it comes to better workplace productivity, increased tax rebates, and lower power bills. Recent grads with degrees in business management or environmental science are top picks for these “green” roles.
You can view the rest of the new jobs here.
Are there any positions you would add to this list? What do you think are the risks and benefits of taking on a “new” job in an emerging industry? Share your thoughts below.
