AI-resilient careers
One thousand eight hundred and ninety-seven careers where day-to-day work depends on judgment, presence or hands-on craft, careers where the day-to-day work depends on judgment, physical presence, hands-on craft, or human relationships in a way that current AI systems do not displace. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 32 of 38 for ai-resilient careers.
1897 careers in AI-resilient careers, page 32 of 38
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators
High School Diploma · $67,370
Lay, repair, and maintain track for standard or narrow-gauge railroad equipment used in regular railroad service or in…
Range Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $79,120
Research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.
React Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $125,000
Builds interactive user interfaces using React; manages component state, lifecycle, and performance optimization.
Real Estate Auctioneer
Real estate license + auctioneer license; public speaking training essential · $78,000
Conducts property auctions for residential and commercial real estate, managing bidding processes, creating competitive…
Real Estate Coach / Trainer
Extensive real estate sales experience (10+ years); coaching certifications (ICF); no formal degree required · $85,000
Provides coaching, training, and mentorship to real estate agents and teams, teaching sales techniques, lead…
Real Estate Consultant / Advisory
Bachelor's in Real Estate, Finance, or Urban Planning; MBA or MRED preferred · $105,000
Provides strategic advisory services to real estate investors, developers, and corporations on market strategy,…
Real Estate Data Scientist
Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or Economics · $135,000
Applies data science and machine learning to real estate problems including automated valuation models, market…
Real Estate Developer / Property Developer
Bachelor's in Real Estate, Finance, Construction Management, or Architecture; MBA or MRED advantageous · $135,000
Conceives, finances, and manages real estate development projects from land acquisition through construction to sale or…
Real Estate Development Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Oversees the entire lifecycle of real estate development projects, from initial concept and feasibility studies to…
Real Estate Fund Manager / REIT Manager
Bachelor's in Finance or Real Estate; MBA or CFA strongly preferred · $165,000
Manages real estate investment funds or REITs, making acquisition and disposition decisions, overseeing portfolio…
Real Estate Investment Sales Broker
Bachelor's in Finance, Real Estate, or Economics; MBA advantageous · $115,000
Specializes in the sale of income-producing investment properties including apartment buildings, office towers, and…
Real Estate Portfolio Manager
Bachelor's in Finance or Real Estate; MBA or CFA preferred · $145,000
Manages a portfolio of real estate assets for institutional investors, pension funds, or family offices, optimizing…
Real Estate Team Leader / Rainmaker
Real estate license; Bachelor's in Business; leadership and coaching certifications · $135,000
Leads a high-performing real estate sales team, generating leads, mentoring agents, managing team operations, and…
Real-Time / Streaming Data Engineer
Bachelor's degree (MS valued) · $165,000
Builds real-time data processing systems using stream processing frameworks for use cases like fraud detection,…
Real-Time Rendering Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Graphics Programming or Computer Science · $115,000
Creates real-time graphics and rendering solutions for interactive media. Optimizes 3D assets for real-time performance.
Real-Time Systems Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $185,000
Develops real-time systems; handles low-latency requirements and stream processing.
Receptionist
High School Diploma · $38,000
Greet and welcome visitors, manage incoming calls, and perform various administrative tasks to ensure smooth office…
Recreation Workers
Bachelor's Degree · $35,380
Conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. Organize…
Recreational Therapists
Bachelor's Degree · $60,280
Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other…
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians
Less than High School · $50,540
Diagnose, inspect, adjust, repair, or overhaul recreational vehicles including travel trailers. May specialize in…
Red Team Operator / Offensive Security Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science or Cybersecurity; OSCP, OSCE, CRTO certifications · $130,000
Conducts advanced adversary simulation exercises against enterprise environments, emulating real-world threat actors to…
Refractory Materials Repairers, Except Brickmasons
High School Diploma · $58,540
Build or repair equipment such as furnaces, kilns, cupolas, boilers, converters, ladles, soaking pits, and ovens, using…
Registered Nurse (RN)
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Registered Nurses provide direct patient care, administer medications, and educate patients and their families on…
Registered Nurses
Bachelor's Degree · $93,600
Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.…
Regulatory / Compliance Engineer (Products)
Bachelor's degree (Engineering; any discipline) · $92,000
Ensures products meet regulatory requirements and obtain necessary certifications (UL, CE, FDA, FCC) by managing…
Rehabilitation Counselors
Bachelor's Degree · $46,110
Counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and…
Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers
Less than High School · $59,280
Position and secure steel bars or mesh in concrete forms in order to reinforce concrete. Use a variety of fasteners,…
Relocation Program Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $92,000
Manage domestic and international employee relocation programs that support talent mobility and workforce deployment.…
Relocation Specialist / Corporate Relocation Manager
Bachelor's in Business, HR, or Real Estate; CRP (Certified Relocation Professional) valued · $68,000
Manages employee relocation programs for corporations, coordinating home sales, destination services, temporary…
Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
Bachelor's Degree · $132,170
Apply remote sensing principles and methods to analyze data and solve problems in areas such as natural resource…
Remote Sensing Technicians
Bachelor's Degree · $46,790
Apply remote sensing technologies to assist scientists in areas such as natural resources, urban planning, or homeland…
Rendering Specialist / Render Wrangler
Associate's Degree in Computer Science or VFX · $68,000
Manages render farm operations and optimizes rendering pipelines. Troubleshoots rendering issues and ensures efficient…
Renewable Energy Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $102,000
Advise clients on how to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy sources, assisting organizations in…
Renewable Energy Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $112,000
Design, analyze, and optimize renewable energy systems including solar, wind, geothermal, and energy storage projects…
Research and Development Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Designs, develops, and tests innovative products and systems, applying scientific principles and engineering…
Research Compliance Officer
Master's in Science, Public Administration, or Law; CIP certification preferred · $78,000
Ensures research activities comply with federal regulations, institutional policies, and ethical standards, managing…
Research Institute Director / CEO
PhD (postdoctoral experience expected) · $250,000
Leads a research institute or R&D organization, overseeing scientific programs, grant funding, researcher recruitment,…
Research Technician / Lab Manager
Bachelor's in Biology, Chemistry, or related field · $52,000
Manages daily laboratory operations including equipment maintenance, supply ordering, safety compliance, and…
Residential Advisors
Some College · $39,180
Coordinate activities in resident facilities in secondary school and college dormitories, group homes, or similar…
Residential Property Manager
Bachelor's in Business or Real Estate; CPM or ARM certification valued · $58,000
Manages residential rental properties on behalf of owners, handling tenant screening, lease administration, rent…
Respiratory Therapists
Associate's Degree · $80,450
Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care…
Restaurant Manager
High school diploma; Associate's or Bachelor's in Hospitality Management preferred · $62,000
Oversees daily restaurant operations including staff management, customer service, inventory, food safety compliance,…
Restructuring / Turnaround Advisor
Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting; MBA or JD strongly preferred; CFA/CPA valued · $165,000
Advises financially distressed companies and their creditors on debt restructuring, bankruptcy proceedings, liability…
Restructuring & Distressed Debt Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance / Economics / Business · $150,000
Advises on corporate restructurings, distressed debt situations, and bankruptcy transactions.
Retail / Store Designer
Bachelor's degree (Interior Design/Architecture) · $78,000
Designs retail environments, store layouts, and branded commercial spaces that optimize customer flow, merchandise…
Retail Leasing Manager
Bachelor's in Business, Marketing, or Real Estate; real estate license required · $82,000
Specializes in leasing retail spaces within shopping centers, high streets, and mixed-use developments, curating tenant…
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
High School Diploma · $45,830
Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. Conduct audits and investigations of employee activity.…
Retail Operations Manager
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Oversees the daily operations of retail stores, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.…
Retail Store Manager
High school diploma; Bachelor's in Business or Retail Management preferred · $52,000
Manages all aspects of a retail store including sales targets, staff supervision, inventory management, visual…
Reverse Logistics Manager
Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Environmental Science, or Business · $88,000
Oversees the management of product returns, refurbishment, recycling, and disposal processes to recover value, reduce…