Discover Portugal's Most Aspirational Careers: Are You Following the Trend?

Portugal's Career Aspirations Revealed

Remitly’s latest international report has uncovered the most sought-after careers globally, including those in Portugal, by analyzing over 415 different careers based on Google searches.

Global Career Rankings

The research analyzed the number of Google searches in 185 countries for the term ‘how to be a [job]’. The findings revealed:

• Pilot: 432,360 annual searches, showcasing the allure of the aviation industry.
• Attorney: 393,380 searches, highlighting the ongoing appeal of the legal profession.
• Police Officer: 272,730 searches, reflecting a growing interest in serving and protecting communities.

Other careers in the top 20 include Pharmacist, Nurse, Physical Therapist, and more.

Career Aspirations in Portugal

Interestingly, in Portugal, the top career choice is to become a Professor, indicating a strong preference for education. This profession garnered 175,420 annual searches, aligning with trends in Germany and Belgium.

Healthcare Careers on the Rise

The report also indicates a significant interest in healthcare professions, with nine out of the top 20 careers being related to healthcare, including Pharmacists, Nurses, and Psychologists.

Ryan Riley, VP of Marketing for EMEA and APAC at Remitly, stated: “It’s fascinating to see such diverse careers featured among the world’s most searched dream jobs... The growing interest in health-related careers is particularly inspiring and may still be an impact of the pandemic.”

For more insights on the world’s top dream jobs, visit Remitly's Dream Jobs.