553 posts analyzed Updated Aug 2026
Averages 18 posts/day, top 10% activity. Most active Thursdays around 1 PM UTC. Mostly text posts (90%).
r/Careers Traffic & Engagement r/Careers Traffic & Engagement
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Upvote Distribution
How upvoted posts perform Only posts with 2+ upvotes. The bands below show how those posts are spread by upvote count.
r/Careers Most Active Times When r/Careers Is Most Active
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r/Careers Flair Performance r/Careers Flair Performance
Upvotes and volume by flair Average upvotes and post volume by flair
This subreddit doesn't use post flairs.
No flaired posts were found in this month's data.
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r/Careers Trending Keywords Trending Keywords in r/Careers
Ranked by how often they appear Title keywords ranked by how often they appear
| Keyword | Mentions ▼ | Upvotes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| career | 136 (24.6%) | 2 | 5 |
| job | 83 (15.0%) | 6 | 7 |
| advice | 48 (8.7%) | 2 | 2 |
| need | 30 (5.4%) | 2 | 4 |
| jobs | 30 (5.4%) | 7 | 4 |
| work | 27 (4.9%) | 4 | 7 |
| looking | 26 (4.7%) | 1 | 1 |
| degree | 25 (4.5%) | 2 | 4 |
| want | 25 (4.5%) | 33 | 38 |
| careers | 23 (4.2%) | 4 | 8 |
r/Careers Mentioned Domains Mentioned Domains in r/Careers
Most linked sites Most linked sites in this subreddit
| Domain | Links | Upvotes |
|---|---|---|
| forbes.com | 20 | 5 |
r/Careers Top Posts Top Performing Posts in r/Careers
Highest-performing posts Highest-performing posts. Each title links to Reddit.
'Gen Z want a lifestyle, not a job': Why employers fear hiring young people
The job market is so cooked that entry-level jobs want five years of experience
Put in notice today, was walked out within the hour. Previous job is furious. How can I prevent retribution?
Guys, unemployment is such a big issue today
For many people, CS might be harder to break into than law or medicine
is the only way to get a good stable paying job is through healthcare?
Late 40s dentist wants a career change
‘Boomerang Employees’ Surging—Why Companies Want Former Workers Back
I don't think I have any real passion for a job, I just want a high paying career and I'm willing to work hard and long hours for my own financial security
5 Signs You’re A ‘Disposable Worker’ And What To Do About It
r/Careers Audience Overlap r/Careers Subreddit Overlap & Related Communities
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r/Careers FAQ Frequently Asked Questions About r/Careers
What's the best time to post on r/Careers?
Based on posting volume, r/Careers is most active on Thursdays around 1 PM UTC. That window has the most community activity, but busier hours also mean more competition for attention.
How active is r/Careers?
r/Careers averages 18 posts per day and ranks in the top 10% for activity among tracked SFW subreddits.
How many upvotes do posts on r/Careers get?
Posts on r/Careers average about 4 upvotes this month (net score per post).
What kind of posts does r/Careers get most?
On r/Careers, most posts are text posts (90%)