In-Demand Career Sectors

In Dayton, numerous groups have identified the five most in-demand career sectors based on the current number of unfilled jobs and projections for which jobs will have the highest number of unfilled jobs over the next several years:

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Construction
• Health Care
• Information Technology
• Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

On the following pages, you can find out more about these sectors, the careers available, and additional resources to begin your journey towards each.

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Advanced Manufacturing

Today’s manufacturing industry isn’t the same as factory jobs from 50 years ago. Robotics, 3D printers and other technology are commonplace.

Health Care

One of the fastest growing industries across the country, health care careers allow employees to give back in very real ways.

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

We all rely on TDL careers, whether a warehouse supervisor or a vehicle mechanic, to get goods to our front door.

Construction

From residential to commercial, construction and related trades pay well and require skills beyond just swinging a hammer.

Software Developer

From coding and video game design to cybersecurity, IT-related careers are growing every day.