These are the 10 best careers for introverts
If people aren’t really your jam, look to these 10 careers.

I don’t know about you, but I would much rather spend my time by myself doing things I actually enjoy doing.
Call me pathetic. Call me a loser. Call me a nerd. I really don’t care.
BUT… Contrary to what you might think, not all introverts are shy or socially awkward. Some actually have stronger social skills than extroverts, which allows them to form meaningful and lasting relationships. They (we) just choose not to waste our time forming relationships with people whose goals don’t align with ours.
Nevertheless, if you are somebody who considers yourself to be an introvert and want to find a job that’s going to be a good fit for you, this is for you. The jobs we are going to be going over today offer a high level of independence and are incredibly self-reliant, so you aren’t going to have to depend on others.
These careers are going to provide great working environments that allow for more meaningful relationships, while also helping you achieve purposeful work.
We are going to be going over the 10 best jobs for introverts. We are going to start with the job that pays the least amount of money, and then work our way towards the top.
Here are the 10 best careers for introverts.
10. Editor
An editor is going to be the person between the writer and the reader. They are going to plan, review, and revise all of the content writers produce, and will prepare it to be published for readers.
An editor is going to be responsible for checking the grammar and consistency of the content, revising the content to make it easier for the reader to understand and comprehend, will help writers develop storylines and content ideas, and ultimately will determine whether or not content is good enough to be published.
Editors don’t make bad money, but they also don’t make the most money either. In 2020, editors were making a median annual salary of $63,400.
9. Writer

This is a pretty self-explanatory title, but a writer is somebody who is going to let their words do the talking for them. Writers are going to tell stories, provide detailed information, and communicate creative and unique ideas with various audiences through using words.
To start, writers need to choose a topic(s) they are interested in and the audience they want to attract. From there, they present ideas to editors, write engaging content and work with editors to get the content published.
For introverts, a career in writing can be a great field. In 2020, writers were making a median annual salary of $67,120.
8. Scientist
I’ll be the first to admit that being a scientist is not the job for me, but it might be a good option for you.
Being a scientist can be an excellent career choice for introverts as there is not a lot of social interaction required to be a scientist. Additionally, scientists are also curious and inquisitive individuals — which, as an introvert, are characteristics I think we all possess.
Scientists are going to spend a lot of time working by themselves conducting research, analyzing different substances, and writing technical reports based on their findings. The job specifics may also vary depending on what type of field you are working in, such as chemistry, life biology, or physics.
How much can you make as a scientist? In May of 2020, the BLS reports that scientists made a median annual salary of $69,760 per year.
7. Accountant

If you are an introvert who loves numbers, being an accountant can be a great option to consider.
Accountants are going to be responsible for preparing and examining financial records and providing insight as to how companies and individuals can make more money. They are also responsible for organizing all financial records, ensuring tax documents are filed correctly and paid on time and suggesting ways companies and individuals can reduce costs.
Yeah, it’s a lot of numbers, but that’s essentially what money is.
In 2020, accountants made a median annual salary of $73,560. Yes, you are responsible for other people’s money so there is stress with that, but at least you aren’t having to work with others.
6. Technical Writer
Technical writers are writers who are going to write all of the technical manuals all of us should be reading but tend to throw away instead. They are going to provide step-by-step instructions, how-to guides, and other documents that can help all of them better understand complex information.
To do the job effectively, technical writers are going to develop, gather, and interpret technical information, and study products to help them with their writing. They are also going to determine the extent of the technical documentation needed for consumers.
In terms of salary, technical writers made a median annual salary of $74,650 in May of 2020. Additionally, the projected job growth between 2020–2030 is 12%, so faster than the national average.
5. Psychologist
Psychologists have to work with others, but they are going to do so more in a one-on-one manner. Psychologists are going to study the cognitive, emotional, and social behaviors of those they are working with. From there, they will try to interpret and record how a patient might react to the various environments and will use their findings to come up with behavior plans to support and improve the behaviors of their clients.
To become a psychologist, it’s not going to be an easy task. You are going to need a PsyD (Doctor of Psychology), which is going to take years of higher-level education, practicums, residencies, dissertations, all of that fun stuff.
If this does sound like something that might interest you, you can make pretty good money doing it. According to the BLS, psychologists made an average of $82,180 per year in 2020.
4. Architect

A career as an architect is going to work well for introverts as they are only going to be meeting with smaller groups of clients.
Architects are professionals who plan and design drawings for homes, offices, and other structures. Architects are also responsible for giving estimated costs based on their scaled drawings. They are also responsible for preparing contracts for building contractors, managing all construction contracts, and visiting worksites to ensure construction is running smoothly and according to plan.
Architects are going to spend much of their time working independently as they plan and design buildings. Not only does this profession require creativity, but it also requires a lot of focus and problem-solving skills.
The median annual salary for an architect was $82,320 as of May 2020.
3. Engineer
Engineers are in high demand right now, and when a career is in high demand, it’s likely going to lead to more money.
Engineers are professionals who need to use both their mathematic and scientific skills to come up with various solutions for a wide variety of problems that may come up. There are many types of engineers, such as aerospace engineers, biomedical engineers, civil engineers, and mechanical engineers just to name a few. The specific job responsibilities are going to depend on the field of engineering you are working in.
In terms of salary, engineers made a median annual salary of $83,160 in 2020. Not only is it a great career for introverts, but many extroverts thrive in the field of engineering as well.
2. IT Manager
I honestly had no idea how much money IT managers made. In May of 2020, IT managers earned a median annual salary of $151,150.
IT managers are going to be responsible for essentially all of the computer-related activities and difficulties within an organization. They are going to help determine what technology is needed for employees to effectively do their jobs, assess any technical issues employees might be having, analyze an organization's computer needs and when upgrades are needed, and also ensure the security of all company data.
IT managers are often going to have their own teams of IT representatives, but a lot of IT reps are also introverts. While the job might not require you to have the most outgoing personality, you do have to be very passionate and knowledgeable when it comes to all things technology-related.
1. Psychiatrist
Psychiatrists are medical professionals who are going to diagnose and treat patients who have a mental health disorder. Unlike a psychologist, psychiatrists are able to prescribe medication, meaning they need to attend medical school.
Psychiatrists are also there to provide urgent care for individuals who are experiencing severe and sudden mental illnesses, help patients manage long-term illnesses, and admit patients to hospitals when necessary.
There are three main differences between psychiatrists and psychologists. Psychiatrists have medical degrees and psychologists do not. Psychiatrists have the ability to prescribe medication. Psychiatrists also treat more sever and complex mental health disorders than psychologists.
It is not a job to be taken lightly. You aren’t working in large groups, but you will be working one-on-one with individuals who are experiencing sever mental health disorders.
For their hard work, psychiatrists are compensated exceptionally well, earning a median annual salary of $217,100 as of May 2020.
As you can see, there are many great career options out there for introverts. You don’t need to have an outgoing personality to make a lot of money. There are many professions that pay well that you can do without having to interact with others.
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