AI-resilient careers
Two thousand one hundred and seventy-eight 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 41 of 44 for ai-resilient careers.
2178 careers in AI-resilient careers, page 41 of 44
Stunt Performer / Stunt Coordinator
No formal degree required (extensive physical training + stunt-specific skills) · $55,000
Performs dangerous physical action sequences in film, television, and live shows, or coordinates and designs stunt…
Substack Writer Independent Journalist
Bachelor's Degree · $67,353
Publishes newsletters and articles on Substack, building a subscriber base and reporting on niche topics.
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Master's Degree · $58,570
Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders.…
Substance Abuse Counselor
Master's Degree · $59,350
Provides expert care and support to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Counsels clients individually…
Subtitler
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $71,495
Creates captions and subtitles for video content, ensuring accuracy and cultural relevance.
Supply Chain Automation Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or Automation Engineering · $110,000
Designs and implements automation solutions across supply chain operations including RPA, IoT integration, and workflow…
Supply Chain Director / VP of Supply Chain Operations
Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering; MBA preferred · $165,000
Oversees end-to-end supply chain strategy including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution to optimize…
Surf Instructor
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $49,689
Teaches individuals how to surf, focusing on safety, technique, and ocean awareness.
Surgical Assistants
Associate's Degree · $60,290
Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make…
Surgical Physician Assistant
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Assist surgeons in the operating room, performing tasks such as suturing, wound closure, and patient management.
Surgical Technologists
Associate's Degree · $62,830
Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set…
Survey Researchers
Bachelor's Degree · $63,380
Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives,…
Surveying Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $70,000
Assist surveyors in measuring and mapping land, collecting data using specialized instruments.
Sustainability Designer / Circular Design Specialist
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Environmental Science/Sustainability) · $90,000
Integrates sustainability principles into product and service design, applying circular economy frameworks, lifecycle…
Sustainability Nonprofit Program Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $78,000
Design, manage, and evaluate environmental education, conservation, and community sustainability programs for nonprofit…
Swim Instructor
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $35,000
Teaches individuals or groups how to swim, focusing on water safety, stroke techniques, and aquatic skills. Instructors…
Synthetic Biology Engineer
PhD · $165,000
Design and engineer biological systems and organisms with novel functions. Apply genetic engineering, metabolic…
Systems Engineer (Hardware / Product)
Bachelor's degree (Engineering; Master's common; INCOSE CSEP valued) · $120,000
Manages the integration of mechanical, electrical, software, and thermal subsystems into complex products, defining…
Systems Integration Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $72,000
Integrate complex engineering systems, ensuring all components function together seamlessly and meet performance…
Tailor
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $38,000 - $45,000
Creates, alters, repairs, or modifies garments for customers based on their specifications, needs, and preferences.…
Talent Management Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Develops and implements strategies to attract, develop, motivate, and retain high-performing employees. Designs and…
Talent Manager / Artist Manager
Bachelor's degree (Business/Entertainment Management/Music Business) · $72,000
Guides the career strategy of performing artists, athletes, or entertainers, managing bookings, contract negotiations,…
Tapers
High School Diploma · $64,700
Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.
Tattoo Artist
High School Diploma · $60,000
Create permanent body art by applying custom and pre-designed tattoo designs to clients' skin using specialized…
Tax Attorney
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $89,283
Advise clients on legal matters, represent them in court, and draft legal documents. This role demands meticulous…
Tax Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $113,412
Manage financial assets, provide strategic investment advice, and develop comprehensive financial plans for individuals…
Tech Lead
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $175,000
Leads technical direction of a team; mentors engineers and makes architectural decisions.
Technical Director (VFX)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or VFX · $105,000
Bridges art and technology in VFX production. Develops tools, pipelines, and technical solutions for complex VFX…
Technical Lead
Bachelor's Degree · $150,000
Leads software development teams, architects technical solutions, and ensures the delivery of high-quality, scalable…
Technical Program Manager (Hardware)
Bachelor's degree (Engineering; MBA/Master's valued) · $145,000
Manages complex hardware product development programs spanning multiple engineering disciplines, coordinating…
Technical Program Manager (TPM)
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering · $165,000
Coordinates complex, cross-functional technical programs spanning multiple engineering teams, managing dependencies,…
Technical Support Specialist
High School Diploma · $60,000
Provide technical assistance to computer users, resolving hardware and software problems in person, via telephone, or…
Technology Transfer Officer
Master's or Ph.D. in Science + Business/Law knowledge · $85,000
Manages the commercialization of university and research institute inventions, evaluating disclosures, filing patents,…
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
High School Diploma · $62,630
Install, set up, rearrange, or remove switching, distribution, routing, and dialing equipment used in central offices…
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers
High School Diploma · $70,500
Install and repair telecommunications cable, including fiber optics.
Tenant Representative / Tenant Advisor
Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or Real Estate; real estate license required · $88,000
Exclusively represents commercial tenants in lease negotiations, site selection, and workplace strategy, ensuring…
Terrazzo Worker and Finisher
High school diploma or equivalent · $45,000
Apply and finish a mixture of cement, sand, pigments, and marble chips to floors, stairways, and cabinet tops to…
Terrazzo Workers and Finishers
High School Diploma · $57,260
Apply a mixture of cement, sand, pigment, or marble chips to floors, stairways, and cabinet fixtures to fashion durable…
Territory Sales Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Manages sales activities within a specific geographic territory to achieve sales targets.
Test Engineer (Physical Products)
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Electrical Engineering) · $90,000
Designs and executes physical testing programs for products and components, including environmental, mechanical,…
Textile Worker
High School Diploma or GED · $35,000
Textile workers operate and maintain machinery that processes fibers into yarn or fabric, or that dyes, prints, or…
Theater Director / Artistic Director
Bachelor's degree (Theater; MFA strongly preferred) · $78,000
Interprets scripts and leads the creative vision of theatrical productions, directing actors, collaborating with…
Theatre Director
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Interpret and stage theatrical productions by guiding actors, designers, and production teams to realise a unified…
Theatrical Costume Designer
Bachelor's degree (Costume Design/Fashion; MFA strongly valued) · $55,000
Designs costumes for theater, opera, dance, and film productions, researching period styles, creating sketches and…
Theatrical Lighting Designer
Bachelor's degree (Theater Design/Lighting; MFA strongly valued) · $58,000
Designs lighting for theatrical productions, dance, opera, and live events, creating visual atmospheres that support…
Theatrical Makeup Artist / SFX Makeup
Certificate or Associate's degree (Makeup Artistry/Cosmetology) · $48,000
Designs and applies makeup for theatrical, film, and television productions, ranging from beauty and period looks to…
Theatrical Sound Designer
Bachelor's degree (Theater/Sound Design; MFA valued) · $55,000
Designs the sonic environment for theatrical productions including sound effects, ambient soundscapes, music playback,…
Thermal Energy Storage Engineer
Master's Degree · $125,000
Design and optimize thermal energy storage systems including molten salt, chilled water, ice storage, and phase change…
Thermal Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $116,000
Design and analyze thermal management systems for electronic devices, aerospace components, and industrial processes.
Think Tank Director / President
PhD or Master's degree (policy/economics/law) · $220,000
Leads a policy research institute or think tank, directing research agendas, publishing policy papers, engaging with…