The Economic Times

Candidate seeks high-paying jobs most people have never heard of gets great options and some hilarious ones

Candidate seeks high-paying jobs most people have never heard of. U.S. labor data for 2026 shows a 15% surge in hidden roles paying over $120,000. These jobs sit outside tech and law. Regulation and energy infrastructure drive this growth. Talent shortages are hitting critical levels. AI cannot replace these high-stakes human roles. Entry paths are narrow but fast. Job security is now absolute. These are the best-kept secrets in the 2026 market.