Job Hunting After 50 (Infographic)

By Elita TorresCareer, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, RESOURCES

Job searching is often a challenging task regardless of what age you are. However, when it comes to older job applicants, there is frequently a widespread misperception among employers.

Ageism In The Workplace

Ageism is a recognized form of job discrimination. Although it is against the law for employers in many nations to discriminate against applicants based on their age, there are still some prejudices and practices that make it difficult for older workers to find suitable positions.

Per the 2019 Ageism in the Workplace Study, conducted among US workers:

  • 44% know of someone who experienced age discrimination at work
  • 36% said that their age prevented them from getting a job after turning 40
  • 26% feel that since they are a certain age, they risk losing their employment 

Another report by AARP found that:

  • One in four workers aged 45+ has encountered negative comments about their age from supervisors or co-workers.
  • 76% of older workers also view their age as a blocker to finding a better job.

Best Jobs For People Over 50

The information below is from an AARP report. It goes on to say that the majority of positions presume that the applicant has at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a trade. Additionally, a lot of these positions call for additional education and work experience.

  • Sales representatives, sales executives, and consultants
  • Computer system analysts 
  • Information security analysts and cybersecurity specialists
  • Software developers 
  • Technical support specialists 
  • Advertising and promotions managers
  • Marketing managers 
  • PR managers 
  • Fundraising specialists 
  • Medical and clinical laboratory technologists/technicians
  • Engineering positions 
  • Business operations specialists 
  • Auditors
  • Financial analysts
  • Personal financial advisers
  • Insurance underwriters

Applying for a new job may be a very scary idea, regardless of whether you have been in your current position for a long time and are beginning to feel a little stale and bored going through the same old motions every day or you are looking for a new position as a result of being laid off. Hopefully, this infographic by Trainwest can help you on your journey to find a new job after turning 50.

Photo of the Remarkables mountain range in Queenstown, New Zealand.

This infographic was originally published on https://www.trainwest.com.au/