Ask the Chamber: What are the top job industries in Oklahoma City?
Dear job seekers — can we have your attention, please? Oklahoma City continues to rise above competitors in an evolving workforce climate. With the growth of our city, opportunities must meet the demands from startup businesses to industry-leading companies that have established and planted roots in Oklahoma City.
In this installment of Ask the Chamber, we’re taking a closer look into the top industries here at home to give job seekers an insight on what opportunities to look for and options to ponder if making a career change.
Aerospace
It’s no secret the aerospace industry is a vital employment generator in Oklahoma City. Specialty positions in areas of flight simulation, network engineering, training and development, and logistics support are needed and fill quickly.
Major aerospace employers: Federal Aviation Administration, Tinker Air Force Base, Boeing
Biotechnology
The biotechnology field continues to make headlines in our city with advancements in research, testing and development. Roles such as development scientist, production strategist and research consultant work in conjunction to improve processes in medicine and agriculture.
Oklahoma City biotechnology leaders:  University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Presbyterian Health Foundation, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
Energy
Oklahoma City’s energy portfolio is well represented. Production and engineering professionals solidify our city’s position in overseeing the future of energy to smarter and endless possibilities.
Notable energy employers: OGE Energy Corp., Continental Resources, Devon Energy
Headquarters and Shared Services
Programmers, writers, product designers and account managers can find a fulfilling career in Oklahoma City. The plethora of services available to our city will intrigue the job seeker to be a part of one of many employers headquartered here.
Major headquarters and shared services employers: Hobby Lobby, Paycom, Heartland Payment Systems, Sonic Corp., MidFirst Bank, Love’s Travel Stops, American Fidelity
Health Care
The need for health care is constant. Administrative, nursing, urgent care, home health and therapy professionals take the lead in providing the most outstanding health care experience.
Major health care employers: SSM Health St. Anthony, Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Integris Health, Variety Care
Manufacturing and Distribution
Building materials, household products, e-commerce, and commercial equipment distribution are widely serviced and produced in the Oklahoma City metro area. From assembly, quality control and packaging, this industry moves forward to push deliverables in a complete and process-driven manner.
Major manufacturing and distribution employers: Amazon, Simple Modern, M-D Building Products, Kimray
Technology and Entrepreneurship
Oklahoma City embraces technology as a major factor for innovation. We’ve established committees and hubs for reasons to invite and welcome entrepreneurs to pursue ideas. Our city has the resources for entrepreneurs to collaborate, launch and succeed.
Notable technology and entrepreneurship leaders: Dell, General Electric, Oklahoma City Innovation District
Film and Creative Services
If you followed us in some capacity, you know the film and creative services industry is trending upward. Training and certification programs are offered at our technology centers and community colleges to prepare future and prospective professionals for an exciting career. Crew members, studio technicians, producers and stage designers can turn a dream to reality in Oklahoma City. The film industry is taking notice as studios across the metro are here and expanding.
For information and resources, check out the Oklahoma City Film & Creative Industries website.
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