April 7th is the start of Explore Your Career Option Week. Choosing or changing a career path that aligns with your personality can help you feel more fulfilled and happy when you go into work each day. Keep reading to identify careers that could be ideal for you based on your personality.
INTROVERTED PERSONALITIES
The Somewhat-Shy Problem Solver (INTJ)
You have a creative side but tend to think practically and enjoy solving problems on your own by examining ideas and theories. Sometimes, you have a difficult time finding the energy to be social.
Ideal careers: Lawyer, Financial Advisor/Analyst, Political Scientist, Aerospace Engineer, Pharmacist
The Logical Thinker (INTP)
You’re an independent problem solver and find yourself pulled towards creative environments to come up with insightful and practical solutions to problems.
Ideal careers: Computer Programmer, Security Systems Engineer, Business Analyst, Professor, Biomedical Engineer
The Reliable Organizer (ISTJ)
You’re calm, cool, and collected while being a reliable resource and help to others. You think analytically and pay close attention to detail.
Ideal careers: Medical Position (Dentist, Physician), CPA, Business or Financial Analyst, Military Officer, Police Officer
The Creative Explorer (ISTP)
You tend to keep to yourself, working at solving problems and meeting your goals. While you’re typically a rational person, some people find you to be a mystery, often questioning your personality and your unpredictable spontaneous side.
Ideal careers: Forensic Scientist, Engineer, Detective/Intelligence Agent, Biologist, Military Officer
The Idealist Dreamer (INFP)
You’re quiet and enjoy your alone time so you can get lost in your imagination. Learning new things and bringing change to the world is exciting for you. However, your excitement might not last long because you find unimaginative routine boring.
Ideal careers: Writer, Fine Artist, Physical Therapist, Veterinarian Technician, Nutritionist
The Empathetic Humanitarian (INFJ)
You are insightful with creative ideas and thoughts.You care deeply about other people and the world and are dedicated to making the world a better place.
Ideal careers: Counselor or Social Worker, Writer, Special Education, Environmental Scientist, Occupational Therapist
The Hard Working Philanthropist (ISFJ)
Your sensitive nature makes you want to help others and give back to your community and the world. You value hard work and are dedicated to your job and the people around you.
Ideal careers: Teacher, Nurse, Human Resources, Physician Assistant, Civil Service
The Approachable Artist (ISFP)
You’re an extroverted introvert who is fun to be around. You prefer meeting people and having new experiences over seeking power and wealth. Professionally, you prefer to work alone on your own time.
Ideal careers: Graphic/Fashion Designer, Artist/Photographer, Musician, Florist/Landscape Architect, Massage Therapist
EXTRAVERTED PERSONALITIES
The Decision Maker (ENTJ)
You’re quick to make decisions through logical reasoning and can lead a team flawlessly. You believe that efficiency, hard work, and productivity will give you the recognition you crave: wealth, power, and status.
Ideal careers: Top Executive, Politician, Engineer, Information Security Analyst, Real Estate Broker/Agent
The Bold Speaker (ENTP)
Are you up for solving intellectual challenges through creative, hard work? You’re witty by nature which helps you think on your feet and adapt to any situation. You’re fearless, confident, innovative and, at times, sarcastic.
Ideal careers: Lawyer, Reporter, IT / IS Manager, Economist, and Advertising Manager
The Traditional Leader (ESTJ)
You believe the workplace should be structured, orderly, and functioning at a high efficiency rate. And, with your leadership skills and reliability, you always meet high expectations and deliver.
Ideal careers: General Contractor, Electrician, Civil Engineer, Stockbroker, Airline Pilot
The Energetic Entrepreneur (ESTP)
With your history and experience, you’ve learned a few things. You are a thrill-seeker that can think on your feet and can quickly solve complex problems through logical reasoning instead of emotions.
Ideal careers: Plumber, Paramedic, Firefighter, Chief Financial Officer
The Motivator (ENFP)
Your energetic spirit and creativity gives you strong motivation to take on new innovative challenges that will improve the livelihood of others. You thrive in fast-paced environments with a varied workload.
Ideal careers: Cosmetologist, Chiropractor, Fitness Trainer, EMT, Marketing Director
The Harmonious Socializer (ESFJ)
You love interacting with others and actually enjoy being in the spotlight. You’re great at reading social cues, organizing people and processes, and avoiding/handling conflict. Routine and structure is very important to you.
Ideal careers: Elementary Teacher, Hotel Manager, Optometrist, Event Coordinator, and Receptionist.
The Enthusiastic People Person (ENFJ)
You’re a natural leader who strives to please others and make the world a better place to live. You’re a dreamer with strong feelings and imaginative thoughts.
Ideal careers: HR Director, Dental Hygienist, Public Relations, Sales Manager, School Principal
The Life of the Party (ESFP)
People consider you to be charming, warm, and enthusiastic. Being the center of attention doesn’t stress you out — you actually love it! At work, you want a fun environment where you can be creative and hands-on.
Ideal careers: Real Estate Agent, Musician, Retail/Sales Manager, Travel Agent/Flight Attendant, Chef
