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Compare AI's effects across occupations

Published research shows that exposure varies by the tasks in a job. Explore a small number of evidence-backed examples. This is not a job-loss prediction or personalised employment advice.

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Data entry and clerical support

Research signal: Strong documented GenAI task exposure

The ILO's 2025 index identifies clerical work among the most exposed groups.

Tasks to examine

  • Routine text and document handling
  • Structured information entry
  • Repetitive administrative checks

Human contribution

Exception handling, source accuracy, compliance and responsibility for outcomes still matter.

Evidence: ILO 2025 occupational exposure index ↗

Care and hands-on service work

Research signal: Lower direct exposure in many task measures

The ILO's 2026 brief places manual and care occupations toward the edge of networks of occupations affected by AI shocks.

Tasks to examine

  • Some administrative documentation
  • Planning and record support
  • Routine written communication

Human contribution

Physical assistance, relationships, safe decisions and direct responsibility for people cannot be inferred to be replaceable by GenAI.

Evidence: ILO 2026 measurement limitations ↗

These descriptions are qualitative summaries of published research, not an official ranking of these individual jobs. No percentages are assigned because occupational exposure does not establish a worker's risk of redundancy or predict hiring decisions. Evidence and job duties differ across countries and employers.

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