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 35 of 38 for ai-resilient careers.
1897 careers in AI-resilient careers, page 35 of 38
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
High School Diploma · $62,350
Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential,…
Solutions Architect
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $185,000
Designs solutions for clients; bridges technical and business requirements.
Solutions Architect (Cloud/Enterprise)
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering · $175,000
Designs and validates complex technical solutions for enterprise customers, creating architecture diagrams, integration…
Solutions Engineer / Pre-Sales Engineer
Bachelor's degree (CS/Engineering) · $155,000
Partners with sales teams to provide technical expertise during the sales process, delivering product demos, building…
Sourcing Manager
Bachelor's degree · $95,000
Manages the procurement process, identifies suppliers, negotiates contracts, and ensures cost-effective acquisition of…
Sous Chef
Associate's degree or culinary school certificate · $58,000
Supervises kitchen staff, manages food preparation, and ensures high standards of food quality and presentation while…
Spa Attendant
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $32,000
Spa attendants are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of spa facilities, assisting guests…
Space Systems Consultant
Master's Degree · $140,000
Advises clients on the design, development, and implementation of complex space systems, leveraging expertise in…
Spatial Computing Engineer
Bachelor's degree · $145,000
Designs, builds, and optimizes software experiences that blend digital content with the physical world using XR…
Spatial UI Designer (AR/VR Interfaces)
Bachelor's degree (HCI/3D Design/CS) · $130,000
Designs user interfaces and interaction patterns for augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality…
Special Education Coordinator
Master's Degree · $82,500
Oversees and implements special education programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing support for…
Special Education Teacher, Elementary School
Master's degree · $62,000
Educate students with disabilities in elementary school settings, adapting lessons and providing individualized support…
Speech-Language Pathologists
Master's Degree · $95,410
Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. May select alternative communication…
Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
Associate's Degree · $47,300
Assist speech-language pathologists in the assessment and treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.…
Sports Agent / Talent Agency CEO
Bachelor's degree (JD/MBA common) · $200,000
Leads a sports or talent agency, representing athletes or entertainers in contract negotiations, endorsements, and…
Sports Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $72,000
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data related to sports performance, team dynamics, and competitive strategies to…
Sports Anchor / Sports Presenter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Broadcasting, or Sports Communication · $58,000
Presents sports news segments on television, anchoring highlight shows, conducting athlete interviews, providing game…
Sports Broadcaster / Commentator
Bachelor's degree (Journalism/Broadcasting/Communications) · $55,000
Provides live play-by-play or color commentary for sporting events across television, radio, and streaming platforms,…
Sports Coach
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Instruct and train athletes in a variety of sports. Develop skills, improve performance, and foster teamwork and…
Sports Equipment Designer / Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering or Industrial Design) · $88,000
Designs and engineers sports equipment, footwear, and protective gear using biomechanics, materials science, and human…
Sports Event Coordinator / Tournament Director
Bachelor's degree (Sports Management/Event Management/Hospitality) · $58,000
Plans, organizes, and executes sporting events, tournaments, and competitions, managing logistics, scheduling,…
Sports General Manager / Director of Athletics
Bachelor's degree (MBA/MS in Sports Management common) · $250,000
Leads the athletic operations of a professional team or university athletic department, overseeing player personnel,…
Sports League Commissioner / Executive Director
Bachelor's degree (JD/MBA common) · $800,000
Leads a professional or amateur sports league, overseeing rules, competition integrity, broadcast deals, expansion,…
Sports Medicine Physicians
Doctoral Degree · $78,140
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent injuries that occur during sporting events, athletic training, and physical…
Sports Nutritionist / Performance Dietitian
Master's degree (Nutrition/Dietetics; RD credential required) · $68,000
Develops individualized nutrition plans to optimize athletic performance, recovery, and body composition, advising on…
Sports Physical Therapist
Doctoral degree (DPT; Sports Residency/Fellowship valued) · $95,000
Specializes in rehabilitation of sports-related injuries, designing progressive return-to-sport programs, performing…
Sports Psychologist
Doctoral degree (PhD/PsyD in Sport Psychology or Clinical Psychology) · $92,000
Applies psychological principles to optimize athletic performance, helping athletes manage competition anxiety, build…
Sports Scientist
Master's Degree · $85,000
Apply scientific principles to enhance athletic performance, prevent injuries, and optimize training programs for…
Sports Team President / CEO
Bachelor's degree (MBA common) · $500,000
Leads the business operations of a professional sports team, overseeing revenue, sponsorships, ticket sales, marketing,…
Sports Turf Manager / Groundskeeper
Associate's or Bachelor's degree (Turfgrass Science/Horticulture) · $55,000
Maintains and manages natural and synthetic turf playing surfaces for professional, collegiate, and municipal sports…
Spring Boot Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $145,000
Develops enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot framework; manages microservices and REST APIs.
SQL Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $98,000
Designs, develops, and maintains robust database solutions, ensuring data integrity, performance, and security for…
Stadium / Arena Operations Manager
Bachelor's degree (Sports Management/Facility Management/Business) · $72,000
Oversees the day-to-day operations of sports venues including event setup, security, concessions, maintenance, crowd…
Staff Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $220,000
Senior technical expert; drives technical strategy across multiple teams and projects.
Staff Software Engineer
Bachelor's degree in CS (MS common) · $220,000
Senior individual contributor who drives technical direction across multiple teams, designs complex systems, mentors…
Stage / Theatrical Designer
Bachelor's degree (Theatre Design/Scenic Design; MFA valued) · $65,000
Designs sets, scenery, and environments for theatre, opera, dance, and live events, creating immersive worlds that…
Stage Manager
Bachelor's degree (Theater/Stage Management; MFA valued) · $55,000
Coordinates all aspects of theatrical, dance, and live event productions from rehearsal through performance, managing…
Stagehand
High School Diploma or equivalent · $50,000
Stagehands are integral to live performances, theatrical productions, and events, responsible for setting up,…
Stand-Up Comedian / Comedy Writer
No formal degree required · $42,000
Writes and performs original comedic material for live audiences, television, streaming specials, and podcasts,…
Standards Body / Accreditation Organization CEO
Master's degree (relevant field + management) · $200,000
Leads an organization that develops standards, provides accreditation, or certifies products/services/institutions,…
Startup Founder
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Conceive, develop, and launch new business ventures, securing funding, building teams, and driving initial market…
State Agency Director / Commissioner
Master's degree (MPA/JD/MBA common) · $160,000
Leads a state government department or agency, overseeing state programs, regulatory functions, budgets, and a state…
Stationary Engineer
High School Diploma · $75,190
Stationary engineers and boiler operators operate, monitor, and maintain stationary engines, boilers, and other…
Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $65,000
Operates and maintains stationary engines, boilers, and other mechanical equipment to provide utilities such as heat,…
Statistical Programmer
Bachelor's Degree · $109,205
Develops, validates, and maintains statistical programs for data analysis, reporting, and visualization in research or…
Stem Cell Researcher
Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, or Regenerative Medicine · $105,000
Investigates stem cell biology including pluripotency, differentiation, and regenerative potential, developing…
Stonemasons
High School Diploma · $51,990
Build stone structures, such as piers, walls, and abutments. Lay walks, curbstones, or special types of masonry for…
Stormwater Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil/Environmental Engineering) · $88,000
Designs stormwater management systems including detention basins, bioretention, green infrastructure, and conveyance…
Strata / Body Corporate Manager
Bachelor's in Business or Property; strata management certificate/license required · $65,000
Manages the common property and governance of strata-titled buildings and communities, administering owners'…
Strategy Consultant
Bachelor's in Business or Economics; MBA from top school strongly preferred · $115,000
Helps organizations define long-term strategic direction, evaluate market opportunities, and make critical decisions on…