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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
J.R. Duren

AI to displace 7% of US jobs by 2035 – but experts say these roles are safe

  • Artificial intelligence is projected to displace approximately 7 per cent of the US workforce by 2035, primarily affecting repetitive and process-oriented roles.
  • Experts suggest that jobs requiring hands-on physical tasks and human connection are most likely to be resistant to AI replacement.
  • Nursing is considered AI-proof due to its reliance on complex human emotions, ethical decision-making, and the inherent need for human care and judgment, which AI cannot replicate.
  • Skilled trades, such as electricians and plumbers, are also highly resistant to AI, as they demand intricate physical dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and flexibility that robots currently lack.
  • Crisis management roles, which involve navigating unexpected events and require human judgment, are deemed AI-proof, although AI tools can assist with data analysis and summarisation.

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