Healthcare
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More Than
Medicine.
A World of Work.
The healthcare industry is the largest employer in the United States — and it's far more than doctors and nurses. Millions of careers span administration, technology, law, social services, and beyond.
20M+
U.S. Healthcare Workers
#1
Fastest-Growing
U.S. Industry Sector
1.9M
New Job Openings Projected Annually
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Labor Market & Career Guide
Healthcare is the largest single employment sector in the United States, with robust demand for workers at every level.
20M+
Americans work in healthcare and social assistance as of 2025 — adding roughly 42,000 jobs per month, more than any other sector
1.9M
New and replacement healthcare jobs projected to open annually through 2034, driven by aging baby boomers and expanding access to care.
~2%
Healthcare consistently maintains one of the lowest unemployment rates of any sector, even during recessions.
Geographic Demand
Healthcare jobs exist in every county in America — from rural clinics to urban hospital systems.
~40%
Of healthcare workers are in non-clinical roles — administration, finance, operations, IT, legal, HR.
$83K
Median annual wage for healthcare practitioners in May 2024, well above the national median of $49,500.
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What's in the Guild?
​Industry Connections: Build relationships with healthcare employers actively hiring students and recent grads.
1-on-1 Career Navigation: Get matched with a dedicated Career Navigator or Peer Mentor who understands the healthcare field.
Hands-On Experience: Access internships, work-based learning, and job shadowing opportunities with real healthcare organizations.
Career Readiness Workshops: Sharpen your resume, interview skills, and professional communication specifically for healthcare roles.
A Community That Gets It: Connect with fellow students pursuing similar career paths and goals.
Start your healthcare journey here.
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