Jobs and Occupations

a lawyer who represents someone in a court of law

The attorney presented a strong case in court on behalf of his client.

a person who serves drinks behind a bar, typically in a bar, restaurant, or other establishment

The bartender mixed a perfect martini for the customer sitting at the bar.

a person whose job is driving a taxi

They were impressed by how quickly the cab driver navigated through the congested streets.

someone who works with wooden objects as a job

He worked with the carpenter to design and install new kitchen cabinets.

a person in charge of paying and receiving money in a hotel, shop, bank, etc.

He waited in line until the cashier was available to complete his purchase.

a person or company that provides food and drink for an event

The caterer prepared a delicious array of appetizers for the wedding reception.

someone whose job is making their audience laugh through jokes

The comedian had the audience laughing non-stop with his clever jokes.

a professional who studies and analyzes economic theories, trends, and data to provide insights into economic issues

The economist predicted a downturn in the housing market based on current economic indicators.

someone who deals with electrical equipment, such as repairing or installing them

The electrician fixed the faulty wiring that caused the power outage.

a person whose occupation or hobby is catching fish

The fisherman cast his net into the water, hoping for a good catch.

a person whose job is arranging and selling flowers

The florist prepared a beautiful bouquet for the wedding ceremony.

someone whose job involves people's health, such as a doctor, dentist, etc.

The health professional recommended a balanced diet and regular exercise to improve overall well-being.

someone who verbally changes the words of a language into another

She hired an interpreter to assist with the business meeting in a foreign country.

a police officer whose duties include examining crimes and gathering evidence

The investigator collected fingerprints at the crime scene.

someone who is in charge of a library or works in it

The librarian assisted her with finding a specific book for her research project.

someone who installs and repairs pipes, toilets, etc.

The plumber fixed the leaky faucet in the kitchen, stopping the constant drip.

a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

The psychologist counseled patients struggling with anxiety and depression.

someone who protects something such as a building, etc.

The security guard checked IDs and ensured only authorized personnel entered the building.

an elected officer of law in a county

The sheriff's deputies patrolled the rural county to ensure community safety.

someone who manages or owns a shop

The shopkeeper helped her find the perfect gift for her friend’s birthday.

to secretly observe someone

During the Cold War, intelligence agencies would spy on rival nations to gather classified information.

someone whose job is cutting people's hair or arranging it

The stylist recommended a new haircut that complemented her face shape and personal style.

someone whose job involves selling and renting lands or apartments for people

She hired a real estate agent to help sell her house quickly and at a good price.

someone who buys tickets, arranges tours, books hotels, etc. for travelers as their job

The travel agent arranged a detailed itinerary for their vacation in Europe.

an individual who works independently without having a long-term contract with companies

She decided to go freelance so she could have more flexibility and choose her own projects.

unable to get undone, removed, or reversed

The ink from the pen left a permanent mark on the page, making it impossible to edit.

working for oneself rather than for another

She is self-employed and runs her own catering business from home.

existing for a limited time

He took on a temporary job while he looked for a permanent position.

working without pay

He participated in a voluntary program to help teach children in underserved communities.

having no job

He's been out of work for six months and is actively searching for a new job.

money that a person earns, daily or weekly, in exchange for their work

The company increased the minimum wage for its employees to attract and retain talent.

a period of time in which someone no longer works due to old age

Many people save money throughout their careers for their golden years.