'Healthcare professional' has dethroned 'influencer' as the dream career for young adults
A recent survey of American teens and young adults found that medical and healthcare jobs came out on top as a career path over becoming a creator.
Alicia Earle is a prominent social media influencer, but according to a recent survey, healthcare may be the preferred career choice for young adults over influencer careers. Clothing brand PacSun and analytics company GlobalData conducted a survey of over 6,000 US teens and young adults aged 11 to 24. In the past year, influencer careers had dominated the list (22.2%), while healthcare careers were second with 19.4% interest.
However, by 2026, the influencer career rank had dropped to 18.8%, falling just behind healthcare's 19%. Healthcare jobs like nurse practitioners and psychiatric technicians are projected to grow significantly in the coming decade, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. While the influencer lifestyle may appear glamorous, the reality of being an influencer can be uncertain, with increasing competition and income inequality.
Moreover, factors like AI and negative publicity surrounding social media could further impact the influencer industry. The broader job market is also uncertain, with PacSun's survey showing a decline in interest across various career paths, with "Not sure yet" emerging as the top choice for young adults.
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