The 10 best jobs for shy people

Becoming an archivist, a film editor or a social media manager are some of the best career choices for introverts.

This is according to a list compiled by CareerCast, which outlines jobs that play to introverts’ strengths, but avoid an overwhelming amount of interactions every day.

While having an employee who is an introvert can be extremely positive thing, it doesn’t hurt to take into considering where they might fit best in your organisation.

According to the survey, shy people are often attracted to positions which might limit their exposure to new people, and a quiet and stable career outweighs the desire for career advancement.

So, for introverts out there, if you’re looking for a career change, this might be where to start searching (all salaries in USD):

1. Animal care and service workersBLS annual median salary: $19,970 (caretakers)/$25,270 (trainers)Projected growth by 2020: 15%

2. ArchivistBLS annual median salary: $47,340Projected growth by 2020: 11%

3. AstronomerBLS annual median salary: $96,460Projected growth by 2020: 10%

4. Court reporterBLS annual median salary: $48,160Projected growth by 2020: 10%

5. Film/video editorBLS annual median salary: $51,300Projected growth by 2020: 3%

6. Financial clerkBLS annual median salary: $36,850Projected growth by 2020: 11%

7. GeoscientistBLS median salary: $90,890Projected growth by 2020: 16%

8. Industrial machine repairerBLS median salary: $46,920Projected growth by 2020: 17%

9. Medical records technicianBLS annual median salary: $34,160Projected growth by 2020: 22%

10. Social media managerBLS annual median salary: $54,170Projected growth by 2020: 12%