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Most AI-Resistant Jobs in 2026: The Task-Level Answer

The 50 lowest AI-exposure jobs in our dataset, grouped by industry, each with the specific human task that protects the role.

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What makes a job AI-resistant? Not vibes - tasks. We scored every task across 535 jobs. Below: the 50 safest jobs in the dataset, grouped by industry, each with the specific human task that keeps its exposure score low.

Healthcare (14 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Doula	3%	Most human task: Labor support (only 2% automatable).
2	Hospice Worker	5%	Most human task: Emotional support (only 2% automatable).
3	Dentist	6%	Most human task: Surgery (only 5% automatable).
4	Therapist / Psychologist	8%	Most human task: Relationship building (only 3% automatable).
5	Art Therapist	8%	Most human task: Emotional support (only 3% automatable).
6	Music Therapist	8%	Most human task: Session facilitation (only 5% automatable).
7	Paramedic	9%	Most human task: Treatment delivery (only 10% automatable).
8	Speech Therapist	12%	Most human task: Therapy sessions (only 8% automatable).
9	Registered Nurse	14%	Most human task: Direct patient care & bedside procedures (only 5% automatable).
10	Veterinarian	14%	Most human task: Surgery (only 5% automatable).
11	Midwife	14%	Most human task: Labor support (only 3% automatable).
12	Optometrist	15%	Most human task: Patient care (only 8% automatable).
13	Dermatologist	15%	Most human task: Procedures (only 5% automatable).
14	Prosthetist	15%	Most human task: Fitting (only 10% automatable).

Trades (12 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Farrier	5%	Most human task: Hoof trimming (only 3% automatable).
2	Typewriter Repair	5%	Most human task: Repair (only 5% automatable).
3	HVAC Technician	8%	Most human task: Installation (only 5% automatable).
4	Steeplejack	8%	Most human task: Height work (only 5% automatable).
5	Carpenter	10%	Most human task: Installation (only 5% automatable).
6	Tree Surgeon	10%	Most human task: Climbing/cutting (only 5% automatable).
7	Beekeeper	10%	Most human task: Colony care (only 8% automatable).
8	Construction Worker	12%	Most human task: Manual labor (only 10% automatable).
9	Electrician Apprentice	12%	Most human task: Wiring (only 8% automatable).
10	Ship Welder	12%	Most human task: Underwater work (only 3% automatable).
11	Blacksmith	12%	Most human task: Custom work (only 5% automatable).
12	Auto Mechanic	15%	Most human task: Parts replacement (only 5% automatable).

Social Services (6 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Horse Trainer	5%	Most human task: Training (only 3% automatable).
2	Childcare Worker	8%	Most human task: Child supervision (only 3% automatable).
3	Elder Care Worker	8%	Most human task: Companionship (only 3% automatable).
4	Dog Trainer	10%	Most human task: Socialization (only 3% automatable).
5	Clergy	13%	Most human task: Ceremony leading (only 3% automatable).
6	Dog Walker	15%	Most human task: Walking (only 5% automatable).

Creative (6 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Luthier	8%	Most human task: Tonal adjustment (only 5% automatable).
2	Pyrotechnician	8%	Most human task: Execution (only 5% automatable).
3	Taxidermist	8%	Most human task: Preservation (only 5% automatable).
4	Potter	10%	Most human task: Throwing (only 5% automatable).
5	Sculptor	12%	Most human task: Material work (only 5% automatable).
6	Stunt Performer	12%	Most human task: Physical performance (only 5% automatable).

Public Safety (4 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Firefighter	5%	Most human task: Fire suppression (only 3% automatable).
2	Lifeguard	10%	Most human task: Rescue (only 3% automatable).
3	Crossing Guard	12%	Most human task: Emergency response & child safety (only 3% automatable).
4	Park Ranger	15%	Most human task: Emergency response (only 10% automatable).

Health & Wellness (4 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Massage Therapist	5%	Most human task: Manual therapy (only 2% automatable).
2	Acupuncturist	8%	Most human task: Needle placement (only 5% automatable).
3	Hair Stylist	12%	Most human task: Cutting & styling (only 5% automatable).
4	Yoga Instructor	12%	Most human task: Client motivation (only 8% automatable).

Management (2 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Executive / CEO	8%	Most human task: Team leadership (only 5% automatable).
2	Diplomat	8%	Most human task: Relationship building (only 3% automatable).

Transportation (1 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Flight Attendant	15%	Most human task: Emergency response (only 5% automatable).

Education (1 jobs)

#	Job	Risk	Why
1	Sports Coach	15%	Most human task: Player motivation (only 5% automatable).

The pattern: physical dexterity in unstructured environments, embodied care, and safety-critical human judgment dominate the bottom of the exposure ranking. Read the methodology or browse all industries.