AI-Proof Jobs & Careers
Browse 62 automation-resistant careers ranked by stability score. These are jobs that require human skills AI cannot replicate.
62
Careers Listed
89%
Avg Stability Score
38
High Demand Jobs
9
Industries
What Makes a Career AI-Proof?
Not all jobs are equally vulnerable to automation. Our research shows that careers requiring unpredictable physical environments, complex human interaction, and creative problem-solving remain firmly in human hands.
Each career below has been scored using our four-factor methodology based on O*NET task analysis and peer-reviewed automation research. Scores of 80+ indicate careers that are very safe from AI displacement for the foreseeable future.
Scoring Factors
- 40%Manual dexterity in unpredictable environments
- 30%Social intelligence and negotiation
- 20%Creative problem-solving
- 10%Regulatory complexity
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Construction & Skilled Trades
View industry details →Electrician
96High demand
4-5 years training
$39,000 - $106,000
Strong Growth
Plumber
94High demand
4-5 years training
$41,000 - $105,000
Stable Growth
HVAC Technician
93High demand
2-3 years training
$39,000 - $86,000
Strong Growth
Elevator Installer & Repairer
93High demand
4-5 years training
$55,000 - $149,000
Strong Growth
Pipefitter / Steamfitter
92High demand
4-5 years training
$45,000 - $105,000
Stable Growth
General Contractor
91High demand
5-10 years (trade experience + licensing) training
$55,000 - $130,000
Strong Growth
Wind Turbine Technician
91High demand
1-2 years training
$49,000 - $88,000
Explosive Growth
Roofer
90High demand
1-3 years training
$35,000 - $71,000
Stable Growth
Solar Panel Installer
89High demand
6 months - 2 years training
$37,000 - $64,000
Strong Growth
Ironworker
89High demand
3-4 years training
$42,000 - $108,000
Stable Growth
Carpenter (Finish/Custom)
88Medium demand
3-4 years training
$39,000 - $98,000
Stable Growth
Boilermaker
87Medium demand
4 years training
$48,000 - $108,000
Declining Growth
Welder
86High demand
1-2 years (basic), 3-5 years (specialized certifications) training
$38,000 - $78,000
Stable Growth
Glazier
86Medium demand
3-4 years training
$38,000 - $99,000
Stable Growth
Tile & Stone Setter
85Medium demand
2-4 years training
$36,000 - $86,000
Strong Growth
Landscaper / Groundskeeper
84Medium demand
6 months - 2 years training
$31,000 - $52,000
Stable Growth
Insulation Worker
84Medium demand
1-4 years training
$36,000 - $77,000
Stable Growth
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Personal Healthcare & Therapy
View industry details →Physical Therapist
98High demand
7 years (4-year degree + 3-year DPT) training
$74,000 - $133,000
Strong Growth
Registered Nurse (RN)
97High demand
2-4 years training
$63,000 - $129,000
Strong Growth
Occupational Therapist
97High demand
6-7 years (4-year degree + Master's or OTD) training
$62,000 - $130,000
Strong Growth
Nurse Practitioner
97High demand
6-8 years (BSN + MSN or DNP) training
$98,000 - $145,000
Strong Growth
Veterinarian
96High demand
8-12 years (undergraduate + 4-year DVM + optional residency) training
$78,000 - $158,000
Strong Growth
Social Worker
96High demand
4-6 years training
$41,000 - $86,000
Strong Growth
Speech-Language Pathologist
96High demand
6-7 years (Bachelor's + Master's) training
$64,000 - $107,000
Strong Growth
Physician Assistant (PA)
95Very High demand
6-7 years (4-year degree + 2-3 year PA program) training
$95,000 - $182,000
Explosive Growth
Respiratory Therapist
93High demand
2-4 years training
$62,000 - $109,000
Strong Growth
Dental Hygienist
92High demand
2-4 years training
$66,000 - $120,000
Strong Growth
Home Health Aide
92Very High demand
2-4 weeks training
$26,000 - $44,000
Explosive Growth
Massage Therapist
91Medium demand
1-2 years training
$33,000 - $64,000
Strong Growth
Audiologist
90High demand
8 years (4-year degree + 4-year AuD) training
$62,000 - $130,000
Strong Growth
Surgical Technologist
89High demand
1-2 years training
$42,000 - $86,000
Strong Growth
Personal Trainer / Fitness Coach
88Medium demand
3-12 months for certification training
$32,000 - $76,000
Strong Growth
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Hospitality & Culinary Arts
View industry details →Pastry Chef / Baker
87Medium demand
2-4 years training
$32,000 - $65,000
Stable Growth
Event Planner / Coordinator
86Medium demand
1-4 years training
$40,000 - $84,000
Strong Growth
Chef / Head Cook
85Medium demand
2-4 years training
$36,000 - $96,000
Strong Growth
Hotel Manager
84Medium demand
4-6 years training
$48,000 - $115,000
Strong Growth
Restaurant Manager
83Medium demand
2-5 years training
$42,000 - $80,000
Strong Growth
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Emergency Services & Public Safety
View industry details →Firefighter
95Medium demand
6-18 months initial training + ongoing certifications training
$38,000 - $96,000
Stable Growth
Paramedic / EMT
94High demand
6 months (EMT-Basic) to 2 years (Paramedic) training
$32,000 - $67,000
Strong Growth
Police Officer
90Medium demand
6-12 months academy + field training training
$42,000 - $97,000
Stable Growth
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Education & Child Development
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Transportation & Logistics
View industry details →Aircraft Mechanic
91High demand
18-24 months training
$48,000 - $120,000
Strong Growth
Diesel Service Technician
89High demand
1-2 years training
$40,000 - $78,000
Stable Growth
Heavy Equipment Operator
82High demand
3-6 months training
$38,000 - $82,000
Stable Growth
CDL Truck Driver
78High demand
3-8 weeks training
$39,000 - $79,000
Stable Growth
Bus Driver
75High demand
4-8 weeks training
$28,000 - $63,000
Stable Growth
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Agriculture & Horticulture
View industry details →Arborist / Tree Care Specialist
90High demand
1-3 years training
$33,000 - $54,000
Strong Growth
Farm Equipment Mechanic
88High demand
1-2 years training
$35,000 - $65,000
Strong Growth
Irrigation Technician
85Medium demand
6-12 months training
$35,000 - $65,000
Stable Growth
Farm Manager
84Medium demand
4+ years training
$52,000 - $157,000
Stable Growth
Groundskeeper / Grounds Maintenance Worker
80High demand
3-12 months training
$30,000 - $52,000
Strong Growth
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Personal Services & Skilled Trades
View industry details →Funeral Director
95Medium demand
2-4 years training
$40,000 - $110,000
Stable Growth
Barber
92Medium demand
9-12 months training
$28,000 - $78,000
Strong Growth
Cosmetologist / Hairstylist
91Medium demand
9-15 months training
$25,000 - $70,000
Strong Growth
Pet Groomer
88High demand
4-12 months training
$25,000 - $55,000
Strong Growth
Locksmith
87Medium demand
3-12 months training
$31,000 - $73,000
Stable Growth
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Manufacturing & Industrial Maintenance
View industry details →Millwright
90High demand
4-5 years training
$45,000 - $92,000
Strong Growth
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
88High demand
2-4 years training
$44,000 - $92,000
Strong Growth
Tool and Die Maker
85High demand
4-5 years training
$44,000 - $88,000
Stable Growth
CNC Machinist
82High demand
2-4 years training
$38,000 - $79,000
Stable Growth
Quality Control Inspector
78Medium demand
1-2 years training
$35,000 - $76,000
Stable Growth
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