Top 20 Jobs Most at Risk from AI in 2026

Insurance Claims Processor

Claims processors review insurance claims, verify coverage, process payments, and handle routine claim decisions.

88%

Word Processor / Typist

Word processors and typists prepare documents, reports, and correspondence by typing from rough drafts, dictation, or other sources.

88%

Bank Teller

Bank tellers process customer transactions, handle deposits and withdrawals, and provide account information.

87%

Truck Driver

Truck drivers transport goods over long distances using heavy trucks and tractor-trailers.

Data Entry Clerk

Data entry clerks input, update, and maintain data in computer systems and databases.

Medical Coder

Medical coders translate healthcare diagnoses, procedures, and services into standardized codes for billing and insurance claims.

QA Tester / Quality Assurance

QA testers manually test software, identify bugs, verify functionality, and ensure quality before release.

Door-to-Door Sales Representative

Door-to-door sales representatives sell products or services directly to consumers at their homes, using persuasion and demonstration techniques.

Switchboard Operator

Switchboard operators answer incoming calls, route them to appropriate extensions, take messages, and provide basic information to callers.

Insurance Underwriter

Insurance underwriters evaluate insurance applications and decide whether to provide insurance and at what terms.

83%

Fast Food Worker

Fast food workers prepare and serve food, operate registers, and maintain restaurant cleanliness.

HR Coordinator / Recruiter

HR coordinators and recruiters screen candidates, schedule interviews, manage applicant tracking systems, and coordinate hiring processes.

IT Help Desk / Tech Support

IT help desk technicians troubleshoot technical issues, answer support tickets, reset passwords, and guide users through basic IT problems.

Call Center Agent

Call center agents handle inbound and outbound customer calls, resolving issues, answering questions, and providing support across various industries.

File Clerk

File clerks organize, store, and retrieve paper and electronic records, maintaining filing systems and document archives.

Tax Preparer

Tax preparers complete and file tax returns for individuals and small businesses, calculating deductions and ensuring compliance.

80%

Retail Salesperson

Retail salespeople assist customers in stores, process transactions, and maintain merchandise displays.

78%

Executive Assistant

Executive assistants provide high-level administrative support, managing calendars, communications, travel, and meeting preparation for executives.

78%

Assembly Line Worker

Assembly line workers perform repetitive tasks to assemble products, components, or parts in manufacturing facilities.

78%