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 37 of 38 for ai-resilient careers.
1897 careers in AI-resilient careers, page 37 of 38
Toy / Game Product Designer
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Product Design) · $72,000
Designs physical toys, board games, and play products for children and adults, combining creativity, child development…
Train Dispatcher
High school diploma or GED · $75,000
Direct and coordinate the safe and efficient movement of railroad traffic on a specified territory from a central or…
Transit and Railroad Police
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Protect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers.
Transportation Electrification Planner
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Develop comprehensive transportation electrification strategies for municipalities, transit agencies, and fleet…
Transportation Planners
Bachelor's Degree · $64,910
Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of…
Transportation Security Screeners
High School Diploma · $63,360
Conduct screening of passengers, baggage, or cargo to ensure compliance with Transportation Security Administration…
Travel Guides
High School Diploma · $36,660
Plan, organize, and conduct long-distance travel, tours, and expeditions for individuals and groups.
Treasury Manager
Bachelor's in Finance / Accounting (MBA preferred) · $130,000
Manages treasury function for a corporation; oversees cash management, liquidity, and banking relationships.
Treasury Risk Manager
Bachelor's in Finance / Risk Management / Business · $110,000
Manages treasury risks including interest rate, currency, credit, and liquidity risks.
Tree Trimmers and Pruners
Less than High School · $50,430
Using sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques, cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain…
Trend Forecaster / Futurist
Master's in Futures Studies, Design, Sociology, or Strategic Foresight · $92,000
Identifies and analyzes emerging cultural, technological, and consumer trends to forecast future market shifts,…
Tribal Government Leader / Tribal CEO
Bachelor's degree (MPA/JD valued) · $120,000
Leads the executive functions of a tribal government or tribal enterprise, managing sovereign nation affairs, economic…
Tribology Engineer
Master's degree (Mechanical Engineering / Materials Science; PhD common) · $105,000
Specializes in friction, wear, and lubrication science for mechanical systems, designing bearing systems, selecting…
Tunnel Engineer
Master's degree (Geotechnical/Structural Engineering) · $115,000
Designs and manages the construction of tunnels for transportation, water conveyance, and utilities using methods…
TV Investigative Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism; advanced training in investigative techniques · $75,000
Produces investigative reports for television news, combining hidden camera work, document analysis, and compelling…
TV News Reporter / Field Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism or Broadcasting · $52,000
Reports live and recorded news stories from the field for television broadcasts, conducting interviews, writing…
Unified Communications Architect
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Designs, implements, and manages unified communications systems, integrating voice, video, messaging, and collaboration…
University Administrator
Master's Degree · $105,000
Oversees the daily operations and strategic planning of academic departments or university-wide programs, ensuring…
University President / Chancellor
PhD or terminal degree (EdD/JD/MD) · $400,000
Leads a university or college, overseeing academic programs, research, fundraising, athletics, enrollment, and…
University Provost / VP of Academic Affairs
PhD or terminal degree · $280,000
Serves as the chief academic officer of a university, overseeing all academic programs, faculty affairs, research, and…
Urban and Regional Planners
Master's Degree · $83,720
Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions, such as towns,…
Urban Designer
Master's Degree · $83,720
Shapes the physical setting for life in cities, towns, and villages, creating functional and aesthetically pleasing…
Urban Planner
Master's Degree · $81,800
Develops comprehensive plans and programs for the use of land and physical facilities, guiding community growth and…
Urban Planners
Master's Degree · $83,720
Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions, such as towns,…
Urologists
Post-Doctoral Training · $78,140
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and…
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
High School Diploma · $31,150
Assist patrons at entertainment events by performing duties, such as collecting admission tickets and passes from…
UX Designer
Bachelor's in HCI, Design, Psychology, or related field · $98,000
Researches user needs, designs information architectures, and creates wireframes and prototypes to deliver intuitive…
Venture Capital Associate / Tech Investor
Bachelor's degree (MBA from top school common) · $175,000
Evaluates technology startup investments, conducting due diligence, market analysis, and financial modeling to identify…
Venture Capitalist
Master's Degree · $200,000
Identifies and invests in high-growth potential startups, providing capital and strategic guidance in exchange for…
Venture Capitalist (VC)
Master's Degree · $250,000
Identifies, evaluates, and invests in high-growth potential startups, providing capital and strategic guidance to help…
Venture Partner
Master's degree or higher, often MBA or PhD, combined with extensive relevant experience. · $250,000
Leverage industry expertise, network, and operational experience to identify investment opportunities, conduct due…
Venture Studio / Startup Studio CEO
Bachelor's degree (MBA/serial entrepreneurship experience) · $250,000
Leads a venture studio or startup studio, co-founding and building multiple startups simultaneously, providing shared…
Venue Manager
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Manages the operations, staff, and events of a venue such as a concert hall, sports arena, convention center, or…
Veterinarians
Doctoral Degree · $125,510
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and…
Veterinary Assistant
High School Diploma · $37,320
Assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians with the daily operations of a veterinary practice, handling routine…
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
High School Diploma · $37,320
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and…
Veterinary Technician
Associate's Degree · $43,000
Assists veterinarians with medical procedures, animal care, and client education, ensuring the well-being of animal…
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
High School Diploma · $45,980
Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals.…
VFX Producer
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Business, or VFX · $95,000
Manages VFX production schedules, budgets, and team coordination. Oversees VFX pipeline and ensures quality delivery on…
VFX Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree in VFX or Film · $140,000
Oversees all visual effects work on productions. Manages VFX teams, coordinates with other departments, and ensures VFX…
VFX Technical Director
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Develops tools, scripts, and workflows to support visual effects production, troubleshooting technical issues and…
Vibration / Acoustics Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical Engineering; Master's/PhD valued) · $100,000
Analyzes and controls vibration, noise, and harshness (NVH) in automotive, aerospace, industrial, and consumer…
Virologist
Ph.D. in Virology, Microbiology, or Immunology · $105,000
Studies viruses and their interactions with host organisms, researching viral pathogenesis, evolution, diagnostics, and…
Virtual Production Specialist
Bachelor's Degree in VFX, Film, or Engineering · $120,000
Manages real-time rendering and virtual production technologies on set. Operates LED volumes and real-time VFX systems.
Visual Effects Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree in VFX or Film · $135,000
Supervises visual effects work on set and in post-production. Coordinates with cinematography and other departments.
Visual Merchandiser
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Designs and implements captivating product displays and store layouts to enhance brand image and drive sales.
Volcanologist / Geophysicist
Ph.D. in Volcanology, Geophysics, or Geology · $85,000
Studies volcanic processes, seismic activity, and Earth's internal dynamics to understand eruption mechanisms, assess…
Volumetric Capture Specialist
Associate's Degree or Bachelor's in VFX or Engineering · $110,000
Captures and processes volumetric data for 3D reconstruction. Creates volumetric content for immersive media.
VP Engineering
Master's Degree · $280,000
Leads and scales engineering organizations, setting technical vision and strategy to deliver innovative products.…
VP of Communications
Bachelor's Degree · $180,000
Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to enhance brand reputation, manage public relations, and…