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Hospitality
Moderate

Barista

AI Resilience Score
60/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$24,000–$35,000/year
Job Growth
+5.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Business & Finance
High

Data Entry Clerk

AI Resilience Score
15/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$42,000/year
Job Growth
-25.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Hospitality
Moderate

Fast Food Worker

AI Resilience Score
52/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$22,000–$32,000/year
Job Growth
+5.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–2 weeks (on the job)
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Personal Services
Low

Massage Therapist

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$75,000/year
Job Growth
+15.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
6–24 months (diploma)
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Skilled Trades
Moderate

Construction Laborer

AI Resilience Score
68/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+7.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 months (safety tickets)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Boiler Operator

AI Resilience Score
80/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$90,000/year
Job Growth
+3.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 years (certificate + licence)
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Manufacturing
Moderate

Quality Control Inspector

AI Resilience Score
55/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$65,000/year
Job Growth
+2.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–12 months (certificate)
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Education
Low

Early Childhood Teacher

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+4.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree)
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Skilled Trades
Moderate

Flooring Installer

AI Resilience Score
72/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$38,000–$70,000/year
Job Growth
+9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 years (apprenticeship)
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Technology
Moderate

Data Scientist

AI Resilience Score
65/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$95,000-$165,000 USD
Job Growth
+34.6% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–6 years (degree or master's)
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Creative
High

Junior Copywriter

AI Resilience Score
30/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
-0.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree)
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Agriculture & Outdoors
Low

Farm Manager

AI Resilience Score
82/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$50,000–$120,000/year
Job Growth
-3.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree) + experience
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Hospitality
Low

Event Planner

AI Resilience Score
80/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$90,000/year
Job Growth
+5.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–2 years (diploma)
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Community & Social Services
Low

Addiction Counselor

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$80,000/year
Job Growth
+18.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree or diploma)
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Public Service & Law
Low

Military Officer

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$150,000/year
Job Growth
No official projection
Training Time
1–4 years (officer training or academy)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Solar Panel Installer

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$65,000/year
Job Growth
+36.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 years (certificate or apprenticeship)
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Engineering
Moderate

Civil Engineer

AI Resilience Score
72/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$66,000–$161,000 (US median $99,590, BLS 2024); varies by country
Job Growth
+6.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4 years (engineering degree)
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Manufacturing
Moderate

Assembly Line Worker

AI Resilience Score
50/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$32,000–$48,000/year
Job Growth
+1.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Education
Low

Special Education Teacher

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$50,000–$90,000/year
Job Growth
-0.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–5 years (degree + qualification)
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Technology
High

Junior Software Developer

AI Resilience Score
42/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$60,000–$95,000/year
Job Growth
+10.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree or bootcamp)
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Creative
Low

Ceramic Artist

AI Resilience Score
82/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree) + studio practice
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Healthcare
Low

Registered Nurse

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$70,000-$137,000 USD
Job Growth
+5.6% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (nursing degree)
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Education
Low

Music Teacher

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$70,000/year
Job Growth
+3.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree)
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Personal Services
Low

Dog Trainer

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+4.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–12 months (certificate)
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Healthcare
Low

Podiatrist

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$80,000–$200,000/year
Job Growth
+2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (podiatry degree)
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Healthcare
Low

Surgeon

AI Resilience Score
92/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$300,000–$600,000+/year
Job Growth
+4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
12–15 years (medical degree + surgical training)
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Business & Finance
Moderate

Property Manager

AI Resilience Score
60/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$95,000/year
Job Growth
+3.7% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
6–12 months (certificate)
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Healthcare
Low

ICU Nurse

AI Resilience Score
92/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$80,000–$130,000/year
Job Growth
+5.6% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–5 years (nursing degree + ICU training)
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Business & Finance
Moderate

Actuary

AI Resilience Score
65/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$70,000–$200,000 (US median ~$126,000, BLS OOH, May 2024)
Job Growth
+9.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
5–8 years (degree + exams)
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Business & Finance
High

Customer Service Representative

AI Resilience Score
25/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$32,000–$48,000/year
Job Growth
-5.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Sports & Performing Arts
Low

Live Musician

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$80,000/year
Job Growth
+0.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree or self-taught)
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Business & Finance
High

Telemarketer

AI Resilience Score
15/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$26,000–$40,000/year
Job Growth
-21.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–2 weeks (on the job)
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Community & Social Services
Low

Hospital Chaplain

AI Resilience Score
92/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$50,000–$80,000/year
Job Growth
+2.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
6–8 years (theology degree + clinical training)
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Hospitality
Moderate

Restaurant Server

AI Resilience Score
60/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$45,000/year (incl. tips)
Job Growth
+2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Healthcare
Low

Dental Hygienist

AI Resilience Score
84/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$70,000–$115,000/year
Job Growth
+8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
2–3 years (degree)
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Healthcare
Moderate

Pharmacist

AI Resilience Score
62/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
Australia AU$70,000–95,000, New Zealand NZ$65,000–90,000, Singapore SG$50,000–85,000
Job Growth
+5.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–6 years (pharmacy degree + internship)
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Technology
Low

AI Engineer

AI Resilience Score
80/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$100,000-$220,000+ USD
Job Growth
+21.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–6 years (degree in CS or related)
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Personal Services
Low

Hairstylist

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$28,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+7.7% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 years (apprenticeship or diploma)
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Healthcare
Low

Acupuncturist

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$110,000/year
Job Growth
+6.8% by 2033 (US)
Training Time
3–5 years (bachelor's or master's)
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Education
Low

Childcare Worker

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$26,000–$40,000/year
Job Growth
-2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
6–12 months (certificate)
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Healthcare
Low

Occupational Therapist

AI Resilience Score
86/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$70,000–$125,000/year
Job Growth
+14.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–6 years (degree or master's)
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Public Service & Law
Low

Search and Rescue Technician

AI Resilience Score
95/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$80,000/year
Job Growth
No official projection
Training Time
1–3 years (specialist training)
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Healthcare
Low

Aged Care Worker

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$28,000–$40,000/year
Job Growth
+18.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
6–12 months (certificate)
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Community & Social Services
Low

Community Organizer

AI Resilience Score
84/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$70,000/year
Job Growth
+5.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree)
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Transport & Logistics
Moderate

Waste Collection Worker

AI Resilience Score
72/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$55,000/year
Job Growth
+2.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Construction Site Supervisor

AI Resilience Score
86/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$55,000–$110,000/year
Job Growth
+5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–6 years (trade + experience)
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Transport & Logistics
Moderate

Rideshare Driver

AI Resilience Score
35/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$45,000/year
Job Growth
+7.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–2 weeks (licence + checks)
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Personal Services
Low

Pet Groomer

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$28,000–$50,000/year
Job Growth
+12.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–12 months (certificate)
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Business & Finance
Moderate

Auditor

AI Resilience Score
52/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$60,000–$130,000/year
Job Growth
+5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–5 years (degree + CPA/CA)
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Community & Social Services
Low

Pastor

AI Resilience Score
95/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$90,000/year
Job Growth
+2.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–7 years (theology degree)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Plumber

AI Resilience Score
92/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$100,000/year
Job Growth
+6.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–5 years (apprenticeship)
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Hospitality
Low

Executive Chef

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$60,000–$120,000/year
Job Growth
+6.6% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
8–12 years (apprenticeship + experience)
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Sports & Performing Arts
Low

Professional Athlete

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
Highly variable: ~$30,000 to $1M+/year
Job Growth
+5.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
10+ years (training from youth)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Appliance Repair Technician

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$70,000/year
Job Growth
+1.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–2 years (certificate + on the job)
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Sports & Performing Arts
Low

Dancer

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+2.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
5–10 years (training) or degree
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Transport & Logistics
Moderate

Forklift Operator

AI Resilience Score
52/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$50,000/year
Job Growth
+1.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (licence)
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Personal Services
Low

Funeral Director

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$95,000/year
Job Growth
+3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 years (diploma + traineeship)
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Business & Finance
Low

Negotiator

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$70,000–$150,000/year
Job Growth
+4.7% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree) + experience
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Healthcare
Low

Marriage and Family Therapist

AI Resilience Score
86/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$95,000/year
Job Growth
+13.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
6–8 years (master's + supervised hours)
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Engineering
Low

Construction Project Manager

AI Resilience Score
82/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$80,000–$160,000/year
Job Growth
+9.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (degree)
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Healthcare
Low

Psychotherapist

AI Resilience Score
86/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$55,000–$110,000/year
Job Growth
+11.7% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
6–8 years (master's + supervised hours)
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Sports & Performing Arts
Low

Acrobat

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$70,000/year
Job Growth
+4.7% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
5–10 years (training)
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Community & Social Services
Low

Missionary

AI Resilience Score
92/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+1.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 years (training or degree)
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Skilled Trades
Low

EV Technician

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$85,000/year
Job Growth
+5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (apprenticeship + EV training)
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Sports & Performing Arts
Low

Sports Coach

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$80,000/year
Job Growth
+6.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 years (coaching certificates or degree)
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Education
Low

School Teacher

AI Resilience Score
82/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$95,000/year
Job Growth
-0.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–5 years (degree + teaching qualification)
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Transport & Logistics
Moderate

Mail Carrier

AI Resilience Score
55/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$65,000/year
Job Growth
-0.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 months (on the job)
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Creative
Low

Bespoke Tailor

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$75,000/year
Job Growth
-8.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–5 years (apprenticeship)
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Business & Finance
Moderate

Financial Advisor

AI Resilience Score
60/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$50,000–$200,000/year
Job Growth
+1.4% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–5 years (degree + licence)
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Healthcare
Low

Paramedic

AI Resilience Score
92/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$38,000–$75,000/year
Job Growth
+5.7% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3 years (paramedicine degree)
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Sports & Performing Arts
Low

Stage Actor

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$80,000/year
Job Growth
0% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (drama school or degree)
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Education
Low

School Principal

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$100,000–$160,000/year
Job Growth
-0.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
7–10 years (degree + teaching experience)
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Personal Services
Low

Funeral Celebrant

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
No official projection
Training Time
1–6 months (certificate)
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Healthcare
Low

Nurse Practitioner

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$132,000/year
Job Growth
+41% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
7–8 years (nursing degree + master's)
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Education
Low

Driving Instructor

AI Resilience Score
78/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+3.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–12 months (instructor licence)
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Healthcare
Low

Optometrist

AI Resilience Score
80/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$90,000–$180,000/year
Job Growth
+9.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–5 years (optometry degree)
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Skilled Trades
Moderate

Door, Window & Cabinet Installer

AI Resilience Score
72/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$35,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
+3.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 years (on the job or apprenticeship)
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Education
Low

Vocational Education Instructor

AI Resilience Score
82/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$45,000–$90,000/year
Job Growth
-0.3% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
5+ years trade experience + teaching certificate
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Education
Low

Swim Instructor

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$50,000/year
Job Growth
+3.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 months (certificate)
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Manufacturing
Moderate

Food Processing Worker

AI Resilience Score
55/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$28,000–$42,000/year
Job Growth
+5.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Agriculture & Outdoors
Low

Forestry Worker

AI Resilience Score
82/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$32,000–$55,000/year
Job Growth
-1.5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–6 months (certificate)
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Public Service & Law
Low

Diplomat

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$60,000–$180,000/year
Job Growth
No official projection
Training Time
3–4 years (degree) + foreign service exam
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Transport & Logistics
Moderate

Bus Driver

AI Resilience Score
58/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$38,000–$65,000/year
Job Growth
+4.1% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 months (commercial licence)
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Hospitality
Moderate

Housekeeper

AI Resilience Score
65/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$28,000–$40,000/year
Job Growth
+0.6% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–4 weeks (on the job)
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Skilled Trades
Low

HVAC Technician

AI Resilience Score
90/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$85,000/year
Job Growth
+10.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–5 years (apprenticeship)
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Personal Services
Low

Beauty Therapist

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$55,000/year
Job Growth
+8.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–2 years (diploma)
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Personal Services
Low

Nail Technician

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$25,000–$45,000/year
Job Growth
+9.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–6 months (certificate)
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Hospitality
Moderate

Hotel Front Desk Agent

AI Resilience Score
55/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$28,000–$40,000/year
Job Growth
+1.8% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 months (on the job)
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Personal Services
Low

Nanny

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$60,000/year
Job Growth
-2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–6 months (certificate + first aid)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Carpenter

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$85,000/year
Job Growth
+3.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (apprenticeship)
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Technology
Moderate

Cybersecurity Analyst

AI Resilience Score
72/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
US median $124,910/year (BLS, May 2024); entry-level roles typically start around $70,000-$85,000
Job Growth
+21% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
2–4 years (degree or certifications)
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Healthcare
Low

Anesthesiologist

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$300,000–$500,000/year
Job Growth
+3.6% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
12–14 years (medical degree + residency)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Marine Mechanic

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$80,000/year
Job Growth
+4.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–4 years (apprenticeship)
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Healthcare
Low

Dentist

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$120,000–$250,000/year
Job Growth
+5.7% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
5–8 years (dental degree)
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Agriculture & Outdoors
Low

Ranch Hand

AI Resilience Score
80/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$28,000–$45,000/year
Job Growth
-3.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 months (on the job)
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Healthcare
Low

Physical Therapist

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$75,000–$130,000/year
Job Growth
+11.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
4–6 years (degree or DPT)
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Healthcare
Low

Psychiatrist

AI Resilience Score
88/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$220,000–$350,000/year
Job Growth
+7.2% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
12–14 years (medical degree + residency)
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Business & Finance
Moderate

Accountant

AI Resilience Score
55/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$50,000-$90,000+ USD
Job Growth
+5% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
3–5 years (degree + CPA/CA)
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Skilled Trades
Low

Scaffolder

AI Resilience Score
85/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$40,000–$75,000/year
Job Growth
+3.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–3 years (licence + on the job)
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Transport & Logistics
Moderate

Warehouse Picker

AI Resilience Score
48/100
Low
Moderate
High
Salary
$30,000–$42,000/year
Job Growth
+8.9% by 2035 (US)
Training Time
1–2 weeks (on the job)
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