9/7/2019 Careers for All 16 Myers-Briggs Types: What You Should Know

ISFJ Careers
Introversion / Sensing / Feeling / Judging

ISFJ is the most common MBTI type.1 It's indicative of someone who likes to protect or nurture other people. If you have this
personality type, you may prefer to adhere to order and tradition while steadfastly taking care of your commitments in a friendly but
quiet manner. You also may strive to make people feel important or respected by remembering details about them that others forget
or overlook. Good examples of ISFJ jobs include:

Dental hygienist—$74K
Librarian—$59K
Elementary school teacher—$57K
Funeral director—$52K
Surgical technologist—$46K

ESFJ Careers
Extroversion / Sensing / Feeling / Judging
This personality type is very similar to the one above. The difference is that people with this type tend to prefer more social
interaction. In fact, they like fostering harmonious relationships with a lot of different people while trying to pay close attention to
others' needs and provide for them. They also like to demonstrate their loyal and caring nature by handling responsibilities in a
timely, accurate, and cooperative manner. ESFJ jobs include examples like:

Registered nurse—$70K
Mediator—$61K
Corporate trainer—$60K
Sales representative (for services)—$53K
Child and family social worker—$44K

ISTJ Careers
Introversion / Sensing / Thinking / Judging

The ISTJ personality is linked with a fondness for doing quiet, detail-oriented work behind the scenes. If you have this type, you may
like taking on practical jobs that require you to be loyal, reliable, and organized. And you may prefer taking a comprehensive and
realistic approach to gathering information and making decisions. A few examples of ISTJ jobs include:

Database administrator—$87K
Logistician—$75K
Accountant—$69K
Electrician—$54K
Paralegal—$50K

ISFP Careers
Introversion / Sensing / Feeling / Perceiving
A preference for creativity and low-key adventure is one of the hallmarks of the ISFP personality. People with this Myers-Briggs type
like to synthesize different ideas and explore new possibilities. But they prefer to work alone or with just a few people at a time. They
also aim for kindness and flexibility when interacting with other people, preferring to provide help and avoid conflict. Good ISFP jobs
include examples like:

Fashion designer—$67K
Theatrical makeup artist—$59K
Music producer—$50K3
Brewmaster—$47K3
Photographer—$32K

ESTJ Careers
Extroversion / Sensing / Thinking / Judging

An inclination toward leadership is strongly associated with the ESTJ type. In fact, people with this kind of personality like to make
quick, decisive decisions in order to get things accomplished. They also like to set standards, enforce rules, manage people, and
implement plans in a realistic and efficient manner. Possible ESTJ jobs include:

Judge—$134K
Business operations manager—$100K
Healthcare manager—$98K
Project manager—$72K3
Executive chef—$59K3

ESFP Careers
Extroversion / Sensing / Feeling / Perceiving

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The ESFP personality is associated with a fondness for motivating or entertaining others. Many people with this MBTI type also like
to enrich the lives of others through their friendly enthusiasm, fun spontaneity, and love of material luxuries. And they often aim to be
highly adaptable and optimistic when encountering new people or situations. Examples of potential ESFP jobs include:

School principal—$94K
Interior designer—$52K
Actor—$50K3
Coach—$32K
Cosmetologist—$25K

ENFP Careers
Extroversion / Intuition / Feeling / Perceiving

Outward enthusiasm and creativity are linked with this Myers-Briggs type. People with this personality often like to be spontaneous
while finding ways to motivate or support other people. They also prefer to look for patterns and new possibilities before quickly and
confidently moving forward. If you have an ENFP personality, careers worth exploring include examples like:
Marketing manager—$132K
College art instructor—$67K
Public relations specialist—$59K
Fitness trainer—$39K
Wedding coordinator—$35K3

ISTP Careers
Introversion / Sensing / Thinking / Perceiving

Those with the ISTP personality prefer to do things with the mindset of a craftsman. That means they like to stay calm and attentive
to the job at hand, even when they are under pressure or have to act quickly to solve problems. They also enjoy mastering various
kinds of tools, efficiently organizing information, and figuring out how things work and why things happen. ISTP jobs include
examples such as:

Airline pilot—$137K
Criminal investigator—$80K
Aircraft mechanic—$61K
Carpenter—$45K
Auto mechanic—$40K

INFP Careers
Introversion / Intuition / Feeling / Perceiving
Are you someone who only likes to do meaningful jobs? For INFP personalities, working behind the scenes for a good cause is
often a top preference. Those with this type of personality like to contribute their talents to something they love doing, as long as it
aligns with their idealism and personal values. That's why the typical INFP careers list includes humanitarian jobs. But many people
with this MBTI type also enjoy using their creativity. Yet, they often dislike too much structure, politics, or bureaucracy. They also
tend to dislike tasks that require them to be assertive or decisive. So if your type is INFP, careers to avoid may include jobs in areas
like sales, banking, law enforcement, and business management. Instead, you may want to explore jobs like:

Social scientist, for example:

Economist—$102K
Research psychologist—$98K
Sociologist—$80K
Community services manager—$64K
Investigative journalist—$62K3
Writer—$62K
Graphic designer—$49K

ESTP Careers
Extroversion / Sensing / Thinking / Perceiving

Those with the ESTP personality type like to persuade other people and jump into action to solve urgent problems. They prefer
being active while in the company of others, and they like to live in the moment—even when there's an element of risk. In addition,
they strive to be flexible yet pragmatic when coming up with rapid solutions. Worthwhile ESTP jobs include examples such as:

Sales manager—$121K
Marketing specialist—$63K
Firefighter—$49K
Event planner—$48K
Paramedic—$33K

INTP Careers
Introversion / Intuition / Thinking / Perceiving

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Do you like to think critically about the world around you and use your imagination to make connections between things that, at first,
seem unrelated? People with the INTP personality enjoy the constant pursuit of new knowledge. And they like to find logical ways of
explaining the things that fascinate them. But they tend to dislike too much social interaction, preferring instead to focus on inventing
new solutions or analyzing interesting problems and information. That's why examples of INTP jobs include:

Natural scientist, for example:

Geologist—$90K
Chemist—$75K
Wildlife biologist—$62K
Financial analyst—$84K
Computer programmer—$82K
Medical laboratory technician—$52K4
Private investigator—$51K

ENTP Careers
Extroversion / Intuition / Thinking / Perceiving

The ENTP personality is associated with a preference for being creative, acting independently, and sharing useful or fascinating
insights. If you have this Myers-Briggs type, you may enjoy taking on challenges that require vision, strategic thinking, intellectual
curiosity, and inventiveness. And you may like speaking out, debating other people, and trying many different things. Examples of
ENTP jobs that fit the bill include:
Theoretical physicist—$119K
Political scientist—$115K
Art director—$93K
Mobile app developer—$72K3
Entrepreneur—Typically $68K, but it depends on your success and how much you pay yourself5

ENFJ Careers
Extroversion / Intuition / Feeling / Judging

Do you enjoy providing leadership, encouragement, and inspiration to other people? If your MBTI type is ENFJ, you probably like to
stay attuned to the needs and feelings of others so that you can help them achieve their full potential. That's why the following
examples are often considered good ENFJ jobs:
Human resources manager—$110K
Film director—$60K3
Marriage or family therapist—$49K
Clergy member—$47K
Early childhood education director—$47K

INTJ Careers
Introversion / Intuition / Thinking / Judging

People with INTJ personalities like to think strategically and use their imaginations to develop long-range master plans. They prefer
to take on roles that provide the opportunity to come up with original ideas and implement them to a high standard. They also like to
spot patterns and trends so that they can capitalize on their intelligence. Good examples of INTJ jobs include:

Lawyer—$119K
Systems software developer—$108K
Information security analyst—$96K
Personal financial advisor—$91K
Market research analyst—$63K

ENTJ Careers
Extroversion / Intuition / Thinking / Judging
The ENTJ personality is all about taking charge. If you have this Myers-Briggs type, you probably like to set goals, stay organized
and well-informed, and lead people toward achieving a particular vision. You also may prefer to take quick, decisive action whenever
you see problems that need to be addressed. Here are some examples of ENTJ jobs:
Chief executive—$183K
Management consultant—$85K3
Politician—From nothing to more than $200,000 depending on the particular office you hold6
Restaurant manager—$52K
Hotel manager—$52K

INFJ Careers
Introversion / Intuition / Feeling / Judging
INFJ is the rarest of the 16 personality types.1 But it's no less important than any of the others. After all, suitable jobs for INFJ
personalities generally involve some kind of advocacy. In fact, for people with the INFJ personality, careers that offer the chance to
work for the common good—such as by guiding other people or championing their rights—tend to be the most appealing. Basically,
an INFJ career is usually infused with meaning. That's why good examples of INFJ jobs include:

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Organizational psychologist—$87K
Clinical psychologist—$75K
Human resources specialist—$60K
Addictions counselor—$45K4
Victim advocate—$35K

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