Summary

  • Expand your Sims' career opportunities with mods that add new professions and enhancements to the base game.
  • Mods like the Real Estate Agent Mod and Earn As You Learn Online Apprenticeships Mod provide unique gameplay experiences and new ways to earn Simoleons.
  • Take on multiple careers at once with The Unlimited Jobs + Mod, or make career progression more challenging and realistic with the Career Overhaul Suite Mod.

In The Sims 4, life isn't just all cozy homes and wacky social gatherings, it's about the journeys Sims take in their professional lives. From traditional careers to unexplored paths, there is a world of job opportunities that the game has to offer, but thanks to content and mod creators, players can take their Sims' careers to the next level.

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The Sims 4: Every Job From Past Sims Games That's Still Missing

As a franchise that has lasted over twenty-four years, The Sims has added plenty of careers, but some are missing from The Sims 4

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These mods can do everything from expanding existing career systems, such as the Job Finding Mod, to adding new ones like the hairdresser or daycare attendant career. Experience new active careers for immersive gameplay and mods that make the process of job hunting in The Sims 4 much more complex and realistic. It's time to rewrite the narrative of a Sim's career life using these extraordinary career mods.

Updated on March 13, 2025, by Jenna Amore: Keeping The Sims 4’s career options fresh and engaging is essential for players who enjoy guiding their Sims through unique professional journeys. This update introduces a new selection of mods that expand job opportunities, adding everything from flexible gig work to fully developed career tracks. Looking to enhance realism or inject creativity into a Sim’s work life? These additions bring more depth and variety to the game, bringing new ways to earn Simoleons and build skills.

Several mods on this list require specific DLC and other established mods to work properly. Others exist behind subscription paywalls. Check each creator's site for more information about installation, updates, and assistance.

25 Child Careers: Child Star

Start Young, Dream Big: The Path To Stardom Begins In Childhood

A child practicing acting in the mirror to become a child star

In The Sims 4, some children are born with strong personalities, natural charisma, and talent that set them apart from ordinary Sims. For those exceptional young Sims, the Child Careers: Child Star mod offers a unique opportunity to pursue stardom from an early age. Starting as uncredited extras, these child Sims can climb the entertainment industry ranks and gradually build their careers to become recognized icons.

The journey to fame involves auditioning for diverse film projects, working alongside directors and actors, and bringing a variety of characters to life on screen. With this mod, child Sims can embrace the spotlight, get a chance to earn their own income, and embark on an extraordinary adventure toward stardom.

24 Teen Jobs Collection

Teen Ambitions: New Paths For Part-Time Jobs

The Teen Jobs Collection mod adds ten new jobs and careers available for teen Sims

Teenage Sims with time on their hands and a chance to make some simoleons can explore 10 new opportunities for careers with the Teen Jobs Collection mod. The game currently has options for part-time careers, but players looking for a fresh set of jobs can benefit from careers for their teen Sims.

Jobs like Dog Walker and Pet Sitter may be intriguing for animal lovers, while others like Tutor and Librarian can look good on a resume. New careers like Model, Barber, Gardener, or Camp Counselor can also help Sims get relevant experience before venturing into the job market. If teenagers have time in their busy schedules to get a job, there are plenty of easy ways for teens to contribute to their family's income.

23 Teen Summer Camp Jobs

Earn, Learn, And Embrace The Great Outdoors

Teenage Sims at a Summer Camp with the new summer camp careers

In a similar vein, players can download the Teen Summer Camp Jobs mod to add seven new summer camp-focused jobs for their teenage Sims to partake in. Teens can take on the roles of camp counselor, camp administration, groundskeeper, custodial crew, kitchen staff, lifeguard, or camp nurse. These jobs provide teens with a chance to earn money and offer a taste of responsibility and independence as they prepare for adulthood.

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The Sims 4: Mods That Improve Teen Gameplay

These mods allow players to fully explore the drama and change that comes with teen life in The Sims 4.

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This mod is especially beneficial for players who own the Outdoor Retreat game pack, as it allows them to create a fully immersive summer camp experience. Whether guiding campers as a counselor or ensuring safety as a lifeguard, teenage Sims can enjoy a rewarding summer while gaining valuable skills and experience.

22 Sugar Baby Odd Jobs

Luxury Meets Hustle: High-Class Odd Jobs For Fast Cash

Girls posing and the new Gala Event odd job from the Sugar Baby Odd Jobs mod

The Sugar Baby Odd Jobs mod adds a luxurious twist to the odd job system introduced in The Sims 4: Island Living. There are seven new high-status gigs, including Sugar Baby Date, Yacht Party, Gala Event, and Premiere Party. Randomly generated Sims and townies will request assistance for these jobs online and offer rates based on the Sim's odd job reputation.

Each job presents a glamorous opportunity for Sims to mingle with the elite, participate in upscale events, and make a significant amount of money without compromising their standards. This mod is perfect for Sims who prefer to live the high life while earning their keep. With the Sugar Baby Odd Jobs mod, Sims can enjoy the finer things in life while keeping their bank accounts flush with Simoleons.

21 SimDash Odd Job

Deliver Food, Earn Simoleons, And Hustle On Sims' Own Schedule

SimDash Odd Job
  • Created by KiaraSims4Mods
  • Requires: Island Living
  • Download Here (Curseforge)

Bringing the gig economy to The Sims 4, the SimDash Odd Job mod lets Sims take on delivery jobs and earn extra cash on the side. Instead of relying on NPCs to bring them food, players can flip the script and have their Sims be the ones making deliveries. Using the existing odd job system, Sims can earn 18 Simoleons per hour, making it a flexible way to supplement their income without committing to a traditional career.

Since customer interactions play a big role in this job, leveling up the charisma skill can help boost success and improve job performance. For players looking to add more realism and part-time work opportunities, this mod is a great way to expand job options in the game.

20 Cat Whisperer Career

Turn Feline Fascination Into A Full-Fledged Career

Cat Whisperer Career Mod
  • Created by SimplyAnjuta
  • Requires: Cats & Dogs, Discover University, and Core Library (lot51.cc)
  • Download Here (Mod The Sims)

For players and Sims who adore cats, the Cat Whisperer Career mod offers the perfect opportunity to transform that love into a lifelong profession. Beginning with small gigs like pet-sitting and caring for local neighborhood strays, Sims will gradually climb the ranks of this eight-level career, refining their veterinary expertise along the way.

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The Sims 4: 11 Best Mods For Money & Finances

Players who want to make the act of managing their finances more interesting in The Sims 4 should incorporate some of the following mods.

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At level five, a major decision awaits — will they champion feline welfare as a Cat Rights Activist or take the entertainment world by storm as a Cat Filmmaker? Each path brings unique challenges and skill-building opportunities, from writing and photography to charisma and gourmet cooking. Packed with storytelling potential and cat-themed rewards, this career mod is ideal for Sims who want their work to be as purr-fect as their passion.

19 Higher Education (Active) Career

Taking Teaching To The Next Level

A Sim with the new interactions and mood buffs from the Higher Education Active Career mod

The Higher Education Career mod enhances the teaching career from Discover University by turning it into an active career. After earning a degree and passing the Higher Education Certification Exam, Sims can embark on a dynamic career in academia, where players can follow them to work at schools. Choose between the administration branch, leading to the role of Dean of Students, or the faculty branch to become a Distinguished Professor.

This mod introduces a variety of new interactions, making the career more engaging and realistic. Sims in this career can attend online advising sessions, process student admissions, check college emails, and establish a student code of conduct from their computers. When a college student is present on the lot, they can also perform new social interactions like offering advice and answering student questions.

18 Full-Time Careers Bundle

Reviving Retro Careers

The Full-Time Careers Bundle mod adds eight new jobs and careers that were popular in other games in the franchise

For those chasing feelings of nostalgia, download the Full-Time Careers Bundle mod. Eight careers from Sims games in the past have been revived and adapted for The Sims 4. Join full-time career paths like Sports, Show Business, Paranormal, and Circus from The Sims 1 or the iconic Ballet Dancer career from The Sims 2.

Alchemists and Private Investigators can also return to their jobs after waiting since the days of The Sims 3. Players with the Discover University expansion can fast-track their progression in these full-time careers by getting degrees and building relevant skillsets. For example, Sims with a Fine Arts degree can advance a Ballet Dancer to level seven in their career.

17 Part-Time Careers Bundle

Nostalgic Side Gigs For Every Sim

Part-Time Careers Bundle mod

For busy Sims who don't have time for full-time jobs, the Part-Time Careers Bundle adds more flexibility and the same nostalgic feelings as the Full-Time Careers Bundle. The part-time bundle offers 11 new part-time jobs inspired by careers from previous The Sims games. It gives Sims a chance to moonlight as a Dancer, Bookstore Clerk, or even an Alien Test Subject.

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Even with all of its possibilities, fans may find themselves out of ideas for a new story in The Sims 4 - these storylines will help liven things up.

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Whether Sims dream of exploring ancient ruins as a hired Adventurer or rocking out as an Indie Band Musician, there’s a gig for everyone. Each role comes with unique descriptions and progression paths, blending seamlessly into the game. It’s an excellent addition for storytelling or spicing up a Sim’s routine without tying them down to a full-time job.

16 Stay-At-Home Parent Career

Earning Dime On Family Time

With the Stay At Home Parent Career mod, Sims can get paid to raise their children for their source of income

It can be difficult for parents to manage time between their busy work schedules and time with their family, especially for single parents. Many parents simply don't have the luxury of returning to work when they have children at home. With the Stay-At-Home Parent Career, parents can get paid to care for their children.

Complete tasks like cooking, baking, cleaning, and talking to family members as well as maximizing the parenting skill can help a Sim raise their promotion bar and earn them a raise. Having a parent (or parents) who spend more of their time at home allows players more opportunities to include these characters in their roleplaying and storytelling.