There are two major events planned in the United States for 2026: the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament, and the celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday. Those could provide a number of part-time and seasonal work opportunities for any number of Americans.
AARP Magazine focused on some of those top positions for people ages 50 and up. Based on statistics provided to the magazine by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), here are some of those job categories, listed alphabetically. Some of these positions involve additional training and education, and even licensing and certification in some cases. These listings are courtesy of aarp/org as of Dec. 23, 2025.
Accountant and auditor, median wage of $81,680 annually
The BLS projects that this occupation will add more than 72,000 jobs over the next seven years, growth that could be especially appealing to older workers. Many accountants and auditors work in contract or part-time roles, which means flexible hours. Opportunities for remote work are also common.
Amusement and recreation attendant, median wage of $29,300 annually
If you’re a fan of international soccer, from June 11-July 19, the FIFA World Cup plays out across 104 matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. In the U.S., matches will take place in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City (Missouri), Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, the San Francisco Bay Area and Seattle. In each of those locations, venues are hiring ushers and other types of attendants to help fans enjoy the spectacle.
Chief human resources officer, median wage of $140,030 annually
If there’s one executive-level role that sits at the intersection of the challenges business will need to navigate in 2026, it’s the head of the HR department. Economic uncertainties complicate decisions on how many workers a business can afford. Relatively low unemployment makes it increasingly difficult to hire talent. And the rise of generative AI in the workplace requires chief human resource officers to redefine their employees’ roles.
Customer service representative, median wage of $42,830 annually
The long-term outlook for customer service agents isn’t promising, as AI continues to improve at understanding callers’ needs. But in the short term, job opportunities are plentiful. The BLS says there are more than 380,000 vacancies in this field each year because of a constant churn of workers
Delivery truck or van driver, median wage of $42,470 annually
Online businesses depend on delivery drivers to get products to your front door, and that dependence is growing. The BLS projects there will be an additional 118,700 jobs for delivery drivers by 2034. With recent reports that Amazon may stop using the U.S. Postal Service and expand its own nationwide delivery network instead, there might be even more delivery driver jobs than the BLS projects.
Driver, median wage of $35,420 annually
If physical demands or commercial license requirements are an obstacle to becoming a delivery truck driver, there are plenty of other opportunities to work behind the wheel. That doesn’t have to mean a gig for Uber, Lyft or other ride-share apps. Car service agencies, like limos or airport shuttles, can be a higher-pay, lower-pressure alternative.
Financial examiners, median wage of $90,400 annually
Demand for financial examiners is spiking because of increased regulations and compliance requirements in the banking industry. According to BLS projections, demand for these workers is expected to increase by 19 percent over the next seven years, adding thousands of new jobs.
Grounds maintenance worker, median wage of $38,470 annually
The BLS estimates there could be as many as 176,000 jobs open each year in this profession, primarily because of a labor shortage. The work can be physically demanding, but if you enjoy being outdoors and just need mostly seasonal work to supplement your savings, this role might be a match.
Hearing aid specialists, median wage of $61,560 annually
More than 44 million Americans ages 20 and older have some level of hearing loss, and that number is projected to grow to 63 million by 2040, according to the consumer news and reviews platform ConsumerAffairs. The number of jobs for hearing aid specialists — who help administer hearing tests, assist people in choosing devices and make sure the aids fit properly — is projected to grow just as rapidly.
Home health aide, median wage of $34,900 annually
Demand for home health aides is so high that there are already 4.3 million people working in this role, and the BLS projects there will be more than 730,000 additional jobs created over the next eight years.
Hotel, motel and resort clerks, median wage of $30,790 annually
Fourth of July celebrations will be extra-festive this summer as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday. Cities associated with the country’s founding are planning events that extend throughout the year in anticipation of greater tourism. Many hotel clerk jobs offer part-time work and flexible hours.
Information security analyst, median wage of $124,910 annually
Research firm Cybersecurity Ventures estimates that cybercrime caused $10.5 trillion in damage worldwide in 2025, underscoring the high demand for information security analysts. The profession is projected to see a 29 percent growth in jobs by 2034.
Insurance sales agent, median wage of $60,370 annually
December flooding in Washington state and various wildfires throughout the year are reminders of why employment demand has been high in the insurance industry. Rising premiums, driven in large part by the impacts of climate change, are leading people to shop around for more affordable policies, fueling demand for insurance sales agents.
Medical and health services manager, median wage of $117,960 annually
These administrators help hospitals, nursing homes, group medical practices and other health care providers handle their business operations. Thanks to the industry’s overall growth, the BLS estimates there will be 62,100 openings annually for health service managers.
Medical assistant, median wage of $44,200 annually
Medical assistants typically work in outpatient clinics, performing various roles that support doctors and nurses in providing patient care. Duties range from taking your blood pressure and collecting samples to updating medical records and scheduling appointments.
Operations research analyst, median wage of $91,290 annually
These analysts utilize data to help businesses make informed decisions that improve performance. Health care, logistics, defense and finance are some of the industries in which operations research analyst jobs are common. According to Glassdoor, major employers for these analyst roles are the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Department of Defense, Lockheed Martin and Delta Air Lines.
Personal care aide, median wage of $34,900 annually
If the occasional physical demands and light medical duties of a home health aide role are uncomfortable for you, serving as a personal care aide might be more suitable. Personal care focuses more on clients’ nonmedical needs, such as help with preparing meals, running errands and light housecleaning.
Security guard, median wage of $38,390 annually
The BLS estimates there will be 162,300 job openings annually for security guards, making this a role with consistent employment opportunities. The job typically requires more education than a high school diploma, and in some cases you may need a license.
Translator, median wage of $59,440 annually
While AI translation technology is improving, it hasn’t eliminated job opportunities for real people. Even where AI is used for initial translations, multilingual humans are essential for verifying the accuracy of what the machines produce, particularly in technical fields such as medicine, science and law. According to Indeed, the languages most in demand for translation work, as of December 2025, are German, Mandarin, Arabic, French and Japanese, in descending order.
Tutor, median wage of $40,090 annually
The BLS estimates there will be 37,100 openings annually in this role, mostly because of turnover. Unlike full-time teaching (and some substitute teaching roles), tutoring isn’t subject to a local certification process, but it does generally require a bachelor’s degree related to the subject you’ll be teaching. Most tutoring roles are remote-work positions.