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 9 of 38 for ai-resilient careers.
1897 careers in AI-resilient careers, page 9 of 38
Construction Equipment Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $65,000
Operates heavy machinery to move earth, materials, and other objects on construction sites, ensuring projects are…
Construction Executive
Bachelor's Degree · $150,000
Oversees construction projects by managing teams, ensuring timely and within-budget completion, and coordinating…
Construction Foreman
Certificate or Vocational Training · $79,920
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers, ensuring projects are completed…
Construction Helper
High school diploma or equivalent · $38,000
Assists skilled tradespeople, such as carpenters, masons, and electricians, on construction sites. Duties include…
Construction Laborers
High School Diploma · $46,730
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air…
Construction Manager
Bachelor's degree (Construction Management/Civil Engineering) · $107,000
Plans, coordinates, and oversees construction projects from inception to completion, managing budgets, schedules,…
Construction Project Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering/Construction Management) · $85,000
Provides on-site engineering support during construction, managing submittals, RFIs, change orders, quality control,…
Construction Project Manager (Real Estate Development)
Bachelor's in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture; PMP certification valued · $105,000
Manages the construction phase of real estate development projects, overseeing contractors, budgets, schedules, quality…
Construction Supervisor
Associate's Degree · $85,000
Oversees and manages construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to safety standards,…
Construction Worker
High School Diploma · $50,000
Constructs, maintains, and repairs buildings and infrastructure. Performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor…
Consulting Engineer
Master's Degree · $125,000
Consulting Engineers provide expert technical advice and solutions to clients across various industries, analyzing…
Consumer Electronics Designer
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Product Design) · $95,000
Designs consumer technology products including smartphones, wearables, smart home devices, and audio equipment,…
Continuous Improvement Manager
Bachelor's degree · $105,000
Drive process optimization by leading Lean Six Sigma initiatives, managing improvement projects, and training teams to…
Continuous Mining Machine Operators
High School Diploma · $63,380
Operate self-propelled mining machines that rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, rock, stone, or sand from the mine face…
Contract Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $78,233
Manages and reviews business contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, and mitigating potential risks.…
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers (Industrial)
High School Diploma · $55,000
Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators,…
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
High School Diploma · $74,690
Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators,…
Control Systems Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $148,000
Designs, develops, and maintains systems that control dynamic environments, automating machinery and optimizing…
Controls Engineer (Mechanical Systems)
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering) · $98,000
Designs and programs control systems for mechanical and electromechanical equipment including PLCs, motion controllers,…
Cooks, Fast Food
High School Diploma · $30,160
Prepare and cook food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Duties of these cooks are limited to preparation…
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
High School Diploma · $36,450
Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.
Cooks, Private Household
Post-Secondary Certificate · $44,530
Prepare meals in private homes. Includes personal chefs.
Cooks, Restaurant
High School Diploma · $36,830
Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep…
Cooks, Short Order
High School Diploma · $35,620
Prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. May take orders from customers…
Cooperative / Credit Union CEO
Bachelor's degree (MBA common) · $200,000
Leads a member-owned cooperative or credit union, balancing member service with financial sustainability, regulatory…
Corporate Banking Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Analyzes financial data and client needs to support corporate banking activities, including lending, treasury…
Corporate Development Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $140,000
A Corporate Development Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic initiatives such as…
Corporate Finance Advisor
Bachelor's in Finance / Business / Economics · $165,000
Provides strategic financial advisory services to corporations on capital structure, financing, and corporate…
Corporate Finance Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Directs financial planning and analysis activities, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy…
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
Master's Degree · $100,000
Develops and implements corporate social responsibility initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and ethical…
Corporate Sustainability Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Develop and implement corporate sustainability programmes, tracking environmental and social performance metrics,…
Corporate Trainer
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Corporate Trainers are responsible for improving employees' skills, performance, productivity, and quality of work.…
Correctional Officers and Jailers
High School Diploma · $57,970
Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May…
Cosmetologist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $38,000
Transforms clients' appearance through hair, skin, and nail care services. Applies artistic and technical skills to…
Costume Attendants
High School Diploma · $54,810
Select, fit, and take care of costumes for cast members, and aid entertainers. May assist with multiple costume changes…
Costume Designer
Bachelor's degree (Costume Design/Fashion/Theatre; MFA valued) · $68,000
Designs costumes for film, television, theatre, and live events, researching periods and characters, creating sketches,…
County Administrator / County Executive
Master's degree (MPA/MBA) · $155,000
Serves as the chief executive of a county government, managing county departments, budgets, infrastructure, and public…
Craft Apprentice
High School Diploma · $58,240
Assists skilled tradespersons in learning a craft through hands-on training and mentorship, developing practical skills…
Crane Operator
High School Diploma · $65,000
Operates various types of cranes to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment on construction sites or in…
Crane Operators
High School Diploma · $68,080
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in…
Creative Director (Advertising)
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Creative Directors in advertising lead the creative vision for campaigns and projects. They oversee the creative…
Creative Director (Video/Motion)
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Design, or related field · $120,000
Leads creative vision for video and motion projects. Develops concepts, directs creative teams, and ensures artistic…
Creative Producer
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Business, or Media · $105,000
Manages creative projects from concept to completion. Balances creative vision with production logistics and budgets.
Creative Technologist
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Bridge the gap between creative concepts and technical execution by experimenting with new technologies to develop…
Creator Economy Manager / Creator Partnerships Manager
Bachelor's degree (Marketing/Communications/Business) · $85,000
Manages relationships with content creators and influencers on behalf of a platform or brand, overseeing creator…
Crematory Operators
Bachelor's Degree · $42,880
Operate crematory equipment to reduce human or animal remains to bone fragments in accordance with state and local…
Crime / Court Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism; law courses or paralegal training advantageous · $50,000
Covers criminal justice, court proceedings, law enforcement, and crime stories for news outlets, attending trials,…
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Master's Degree · $65,000
Provides immediate support and intervention to individuals experiencing emotional, mental, or behavioral crises,…
Crisis Management Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Develops and implements strategies to prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises, safeguarding an organization's…
CRISPR / Genome Editing Scientist
Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or Bioengineering · $120,000
Develops and applies CRISPR-Cas and other genome editing technologies for gene therapy, functional genomics,…