Employers
Archakas are employed by Hindu temples, which are located throughout the world. The majority of Hindu temples are located in India. Approximately 11,870 religious workers, including archakas, are employed in the United States, according to the Department of Labor.
Starting Out
Outside the United States, some archaka jobs are passed down from parent to child. In the U.S., Hindu temples advertise openings at their Web sites or on Hindu-oriented job sites. A list of Hindu temples in the United States can be found at https://www.deshvidesh.com/list-of-hindu-temples-in-usa/.