While being more extroverted may be a requirement for various careers where interactions are a must, there is also an influx of jobs for introverts too. No longer is being introverted a negative when it comes to starting your career, so if you fit this personality type — fear not!
However, the real challenge is understanding how to fully embrace your introvertness and make the right career moves where you will feel satisfied and interested in your work. Yet, do not worry as there are plenty of good jobs for introverts and options to make money to work alone.
1. Lawyer/paralegal
According to several surveys, lawyers tend to be more introverted. This is because lawyers actually spend most of their time doing research, writing papers and preparing cases. Paralegals for example, need to be extremely detail-oriented with a strong commitment to in-depth research. Jobs in the legal profession would suit you well if you are an introvert who’s interested in the justice system.
2. Animal Care Worker
Animal care workers simply provide care for animals. That means you could be working in animal shelters, pet stores, zoos and any commercial shop that requires animal care. Work will include feeding, grooming and training animals. Since animal care workers spend more time taking care of animals than humans, this could be a good job for introverts that like animals.
3. Accountant
Accounting is another great career path for introverts and a way to work alone. Most of the work is done independently, and requires attention to detail and high levels of focus. If you want to keep the socializing to a minimum, stay away from big corporates who require consultations with clients.
4. Video Editor
As a video editor, you’ll be editing videos using highly technical software. Although you may need to interact with directors, other editors and assistants, most of the work will be done behind a computer and done from anywhere in the world. This job is great for introverts who enjoy expressing their creativity while spending time alone.
5. Counselor
Although counselors do require working with patients, most of the work is one-to-one and takes place in a quiet environment. Counselors are a suited career for introverts who enjoy listening to others and engaging in deep thought on complex problems that require a high level of empathy.
6. IT Analyst
IT is a good career for introverts, since it requires a lot of technical expertise and time alone in front of a computer. These jobs are not only in high-demand since our world becomes more digitally advanced, but it can allow you to be creative and think about problems to be solved.
7. Engineer
Although engineering covers a broad selection of jobs, many of the jobs included require people who can do deep work and focus on highly complex problems. While you may have interactions with other engineers and a team, you won’t be required to socialize all the time or do extroverted activities. This might be a good option if you are a blend of both introvert and extrovert.
8. Author/writer
Authors or writers require many hours of quiet and focused concentration in order to get their job done. This means many hours spent behind a computer, thinking creatively and concentrating on your words.
9. Social Media Marketing
Although social media marketing has the word “social” in it, the job mainly consists of working behind a computer for several hours at a time. Social media marketing requires someone who can think creatively, pay attention to trends and listen to an audience.
10. Financial Clerk
A financial clerk is someone who maintains the financial records of companies such as insurance agencies, credit services and other financial institutions. Financial clerks can include anything from credit managers, billing clerks, administrators, and more.
Most of the work will require being in front of a computer and paying attention to records — great for introverts who like numbers and meticulous record keeping. But pay attention to the job requirements or info during an interview, some of these may require quite a bit of customer interactions.