Most Available Job in Canada

Sector-wise most available and popular Job in Canada with Minimum Experience and Education Expected

CAUTION!

  • The below table provides a generalized overview. The actual requirements could vary depending on the employer, location, and specific job role.
  • Some roles may require specific certifications or licensing beyond the minimum educational requirements.
  • Experience levels are typically based on full-time work experience in a related role.

Please consider this information as a general guideline. It may not reflect the exact requirements for any specific job.

SectorJob PositionMinimum Experience ExpectedMinimum Education Expected
Healthcare and Social AssistanceRegistered Nurses (RNs)0-2 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
Personal Support Workers (PSWs)0-1 yearHigh School Diploma + PSW Certification
Home Health Aides0-1 yearHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Nursing Assistants0-2 yearsDiploma in Practical Nursing
Medical Administrative Assistants0-1 yearHigh School Diploma + Office Admin Course
Physicians and Surgeons4-6 yearsMedical Degree + Residency
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)0-2 yearsDiploma in Practical Nursing
Pharmacists1-3 yearsDoctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Medical Laboratory Technicians0-2 yearsDiploma in Medical Lab Technology
Social Workers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW)
Retail TradeRetail Salespersons0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Cashiers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Store Managers2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Retail Experience
Customer Service Representatives0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Merchandisers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Inventory Clerks0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Accommodation and Food ServicesFood Counter Attendants0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Cooks1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Culinary Training
Kitchen Helpers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Restaurant Managers2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Experience in Food Services
Bartenders0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Bartending Course
Food and Beverage Servers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
ConstructionConstruction Labourers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Carpenters2-3 yearsApprenticeship Program
Electricians2-4 yearsApprenticeship Program + Certification
Plumbers2-4 yearsApprenticeship Program + Certification
Heavy Equipment Operators1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Training Certificate
Painters and Decorators1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Apprenticeship
ManufacturingAssembly Line Workers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Machinists2-3 yearsApprenticeship Program
Welders2-3 yearsApprenticeship Program + Certification
Production Supervisors3-5 yearsHigh School Diploma + Supervisory Experience
Quality Control Inspectors1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Quality Control Training
Maintenance Mechanics2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Transportation and WarehousingTruck Drivers1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Commercial Driver’s License
Delivery Drivers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma + Driver’s License
Warehouse Workers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Forklift Operators1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Forklift Certification
Dispatchers1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma
Logistics Coordinators2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Experience in Logistics
Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesSoftware Developers0-2 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
IT Support Specialists0-2 yearsDiploma in IT or Related Field
Accountants2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Project Managers3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree + PMP Certification
Marketing Specialists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Marketing
Human Resources Managers3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree in HR or Business
Educational ServicesElementary School Teachers1-2 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Education + Teaching Certification
Secondary School Teachers1-2 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Education + Teaching Certification
Educational Assistants0-1 yearCertificate in Education Assistance
Early Childhood Educators1-2 yearsDiploma in Early Childhood Education
Finance and InsuranceFinancial Advisors2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Finance or Related Field
Banking Service Officers1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Banking Experience
Insurance Agents1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Insurance License
Accountants (General)2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Loan Officers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Finance or Related Field
Financial Analysts2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Finance
Claims Adjusters2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Investment Analysts2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Finance or Economics
Information Technology (IT)Network Administrators2-4 yearsDiploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT
Data Analysts2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Data Science or Related Field
Cybersecurity Analysts2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in IT or Cybersecurity
Systems Administrators2-4 yearsDiploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT
Cloud Engineers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in IT or Cloud Computing
Business Analysts (IT)2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Business or IT
Administrative and Support ServicesAdministrative Assistants1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Office Admin Training
Office Clerks0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Executive Assistants2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Office Admin Training
Receptionists0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Data Entry Clerks0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Facilities Managers3-5 yearsHigh School Diploma + Facilities Management Training
Real Estate and Rental LeasingReal Estate Agents0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Real Estate License
Property Managers2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Property Management Certification
Leasing Agents0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Real Estate Appraisers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree + Appraiser Certification
Mortgage Brokers2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Mortgage Broker License
Arts, Entertainment, and RecreationGraphic Designers1-3 yearsDiploma or Degree in Graphic Design
Photographers0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Photography Training
Fitness Instructors0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Fitness Certification
Musicians and Singers0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Music Training
Film and Video Editors1-3 yearsDiploma or Degree in Film/Video Production
UtilitiesPowerline Technicians2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Apprenticeship
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Certification
Electricians (Utilities)2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Apprenticeship
Gas Plant Operators1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Renewable Energy Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Renewable Energy Technology
Wholesale TradeSales Representatives (Wholesale)1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma
Purchasing Agents2-4 yearsDiploma or Degree in Business
Wholesale Managers3-5 yearsHigh School Diploma + Management Experience
Logistics Coordinators (Wholesale)2-4 yearsHigh School Diploma + Experience in Logistics
Supply Chain Managers3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management
Public AdministrationPolicy Analysts2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Political Science or Public Administration
Government Program Officers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Public Administration
Court Clerks0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Legal Training
City Planners2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning
Public Health Inspectors2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and HuntingFarm Workers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Agricultural Equipment Operators1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Forestry Technicians2-4 yearsDiploma in Forestry
Fisheries Workers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Agronomists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Agronomy or Agricultural Science
Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas ExtractionMining Engineers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering
Heavy-Duty Equipment Operators1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Petroleum Engineers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering
Geologists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Geology
Oil and Gas Drillers1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Mineral Processing Operators1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Blasters and Drillers1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Certification
Rig Workers0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma
TelecommunicationsTelecommunications Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Telecommunications Technology
Field Service Technicians1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Network Engineers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or IT
Cable Installers0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Telecommunications Line Installers1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Satellite Communications Operators1-3 yearsDiploma in Telecommunications Technology
Transportation and LogisticsRailway Conductors1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Airline Pilots3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree + Commercial Pilot License
Flight Attendants0-1 yearHigh School Diploma + Flight Attendant Training
Ship Captains3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree + Marine Certification
Bus Drivers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma + Commercial Driver’s License
Logistics Managers3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management
Legal ServicesLawyers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree + Law Degree (JD)
Paralegals1-3 yearsDiploma in Paralegal Studies
Legal Assistants1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Legal Assistant Training
Court Reporters1-3 yearsDiploma in Court Reporting
Judicial Clerks1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Legal Secretaries1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Office Admin Training
Hospitality and TourismHotel Front Desk Clerks0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Event Planners2-4 yearsDiploma or Degree in Event Planning
Tour Guides0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma
Housekeeping Staff0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Concierge1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma
Travel Agents1-3 yearsDiploma in Travel and Tourism
Scientific and Technical ServicesEnvironmental Scientists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science
Laboratory Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Laboratory Technology
Research Scientists3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree + Master’s or PhD in Relevant Field
Biotechnologists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology
Surveyors2-4 yearsDiploma or Degree in Surveying
Urban Planners2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning
Education and TrainingPostsecondary Instructors3-5 yearsMaster’s Degree or PhD in Relevant Field
Vocational Instructors2-4 yearsDiploma or Degree in Vocational Education
Education Consultants2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Education
School Principals5-7 yearsMaster’s Degree in Education Administration
Librarians2-4 yearsMaster’s Degree in Library Science
Corporate Trainers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in HR or Related Field
Arts, Design, Entertainment, and MediaWeb Designers1-3 yearsDiploma or Degree in Web Design
Interior Designers1-3 yearsDiploma or Degree in Interior Design
Animators1-3 yearsDiploma in Animation
Writers and Authors1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Writing Portfolio
Broadcast Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Broadcast Technology
Public Relations Specialists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Public Relations
Food Manufacturing and ProcessingFood Production Workers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Butchers and Meat Cutters1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Bakers1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Baking Certification
Food Inspectors2-4 yearsDiploma in Food Science
Machine Operators (Food Processing)0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Quality Assurance Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Food Science or Quality Control
Packaging Workers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Automotive IndustryAutomotive Service Technicians1-3 yearsApprenticeship Program + Certification
Automobile Assembly Workers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Automotive Electricians1-3 yearsApprenticeship Program + Certification
Auto Body Repairers1-3 yearsApprenticeship Program + Certification
Parts Technicians1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Salespersons (Automotive)1-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + Sales Training
Chemical ManufacturingChemical Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Chemical Technology
Process Engineers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering
Chemical Plant Operators1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Lab Technicians (Chemical)1-3 yearsDiploma in Chemical Technology
Quality Control Analysts (Chemical)1-3 yearsDiploma in Quality Control or Chemistry
Production Supervisors (Chemical)3-5 yearsHigh School Diploma + Supervisory Experience
AerospaceAerospace Engineers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Aircraft Assemblers1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Aircraft Maintenance Technicians2-4 yearsDiploma in Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Avionics Technicians2-4 yearsDiploma in Avionics
Aerospace Machinists1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Machining Training
Flight Test Engineers3-5 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Textile ManufacturingTextile Machine Operators0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Sewing Machine Operators0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Fabric Inspectors0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Patternmakers1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Technical Training
Dyeing Machine Operators0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Weavers0-1 yearHigh School Diploma
Pharmaceuticals and BiotechnologyPharmaceutical Sales Representatives1-3 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Science or Business
Clinical Research Associates2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences
Biochemists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry
Microbiologists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Microbiology
Pharmaceutical Production Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
Regulatory Affairs Specialists2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Science or Regulatory Affairs
Energy SectorRenewable Energy Engineers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Renewable Energy or Engineering
Wind Turbine Technicians1-3 yearsDiploma in Wind Energy Technology
Solar Photovoltaic Installers1-3 yearsHigh School Diploma + Certification
Energy Auditors2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Energy Management
Hydroelectric Plant Technicians2-4 yearsDiploma in Electrical or Mechanical Technology
Power Systems Operators2-4 yearsDiploma in Electrical Technology
Media and CommunicationsJournalists1-3 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Journalism
Editors2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in English or Journalism
Broadcast News Analysts2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Journalism or Communications
Radio and Television Announcers0-2 yearsHigh School Diploma + On-the-job Training
Social Media Managers2-4 yearsBachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Communications
Copywriters1-3 yearsBachelor’s Degree in English, Marketing, or Communications
Security and Investigation ServicesSecurity Guards0-1 yearHigh School Diploma + Security License