The United States is a land of endless opportunities for immigrants. It has the #1 economy in the world, and sustained economic growth has been producing an average of 160,000 new jobs in the USA each month. Nonetheless, there are 7.1 million US jobs that remain vacant, because there are not enough workers to fill them all. 

And if you’re Filipino planning to work overseas, it pays to do a little research to determine which skills will give you the best chance of securing a high-paying, enjoyable job. In this article, we’re going to take you through the 5 in-demand jobs for overseas Filipino workers.

1. Healthcare

Many Filipinos are successfully finding work abroad as doctors, nurses, caregivers, and medical assistants in the healthcare arena. It turns out that healthcare professionals are one of the highest paying jobs in the US. According to imoney.ph, the average salary of a nurse is P200,00 per month. 

Since the USA has a current shortage of nurses, chances of getting a job there are in demand for someone with the right skills since the “baby boomer generation” begins to age and retire, allowing them to require more extensive healthcare workers.

2. Construction or Labor

Filipinos also find consistent work in the construction and labor sectors particularly in welding, electronics, and machine repair. They were targeted for these positions because of their reputation for a strong work ethic and excellent skills.

Because there is a current shortage of these practical skills in the USA, many companies are willing to pay for a higher salary that also offers high job security. According to indeed.com, the average salary for a factory worker in the US is $13.09 per hour which can be more than P100,00 per month

3. General Work

General work is one of the most in-demand jobs for aspiring OFWs in the US. Due to the increasing economy, a lot of companies need General workers such as housekeepers, messengers, drivers, and dispatchers among others. This is also a good place to start for Filipinos who plan to go to the US without high educational attainment.

4. Administrative Workers and Clerks

If you have good English communication skills, have good writing, typing, and office skills, you may want to consider a career in administration. Employers in the US frequently hire Filipino workers for administration jobs as clerks and office staff.

Since Filipinos are well known to be hospitable, they have an edge to be possibly hired over other nationalities. Just make sure you have the relevant knowledge and experience to back you up to be ahead in the game. 

5. Teaching

The teaching profession is also in demand in the US due to the lack of Americans that would still want to teach. That’s why schools in the US prefer Filipino teachers since they are known for their excellent English skills and their passion to give good education to their students. 

Most teaching, at any level, will require some form of degree qualification. But this is all going to be worth it since teachers can earn more salary than they could in the Philippines. According to an article from stilt.com, the lowest income earned by Teachers can be as much as $45,990 per year.

So if you’re planning to go to America for work,  it’s highly encouraged to always research your chosen job profession before making any commitments. Once you’ve made your research, you can start seeking professional help with visa eligibility services so your time, effort, and money can be used accurately to ensure you have the shortest time to get your visa approved to work in America.