Introduction
In the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has been rapidly developed, which increasingly automates tasks previously performed by humans. As a result, many jobs we currently know are set to transform significantly or even disappear. However, the rise of AI will also create new jobs and opportunities for workers. According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025, AI and automation will significantly reshape the job market by 2030, in which, technology and data related jobs are among the highest demanding.
The Fastest-Rising Jobs
The jobs of the future are all about technology, sustainability, and care. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 estimates that 170 million new jobs will be created by 2030, equivalent to 14% of current global employment. Among the most in-demand roles:
- AI & Technology Jobs
Due to the booming of technological advancements and widespread digitalisation, significant roles will be created in the following areas:
- Big Data Specialists
- FinTech Engineers
- AI and Machine Learning Specialists
- Software and Applications Developers
- Data Warehouse Specialists
- Internet of Things Specialists
- Data Analysts and Scientists
- Robotics Engineering
These roles are not just growing but they’re booming, with some projected to expand by more than 50% in just five years, from 2025 to 2030. These jobs are also predicted to strongly develop in the long-term.
- Sustainability and Green Economy Jobs
With the climate change becoming a major issue of human, the green transition becomes central to business strategies and human priority. The following jobs are expected to continue growing:
- Autonomous and Electric Vehicle Specialists
- Environmental Engineers
- Renewable Energy Engineers
- Sustainability Specialists
- Care and Education Jobs
Demographic changes like aging populations and a growing younger workforce in emerging economies are increasing demand for:
- Nursing Professionals
- Social Work and Counselling Professionals
- Tertiary and Secondary Education Teachers
- Personal Care Aides
- Frontline & Delivery Roles
Interestingly, some of the biggest growth in absolute numbers will come from:
- Farmworkers
- Delivery Drivers
- Construction Workers
- Salespersons
- Food Processing Workers
These are core jobs that help ensure the basic and essential demands for society, and they will continue to be in high demand in the next 5 years.
The Fastest-Declining Jobs
While new jobs are emerging, 92 million jobs are expected to be displaced by 2030.
- Clerical and Secretarial Jobs
Roles most vulnerable to be reduced or replaced by AI and automation include:
- Data Entry Clerks
- Bank Tellers
- Postal Service Clerks
- Administrative Assistants
- Executive Secretaries
These positions are seeing steep declines due to AI, digital access, and robotic process automation.
- Manual Processing and Service Jobs
With the rise of self-service and robotic automation, the below occupations are predicted to decline:
- Cashiers and Ticket Clerks
- Printing and Related Trades Workers
- Telemarketers
Even traditionally “safe” creative and legal jobs are under pressure. For the first time, Graphic Designers and Legal Secretaries have entered the list of declining jobs.
What impacts to international students and workers?
The prediction of the fastest growing and declining jobs are excellent references for international students to select their study areas.
Choosing the right fields of study
International students may wish to choose the fastest growing jobs, especially in the AI, Machine Learning, Data and Renewable Energy areas. These sectors not only can help them to secure more job offers, but also provide them with more opportunities to work in emerging markets and developed economies all over the world.
Increasing changes for visa and migration
Australia, like the USA, Canada and the UK, prioritises permanent residency and working visas for occupations in high demand. The Core Skills Occupation Lists issued by Australian Government, for instance, identifies that Australia will face serious shortages of workers in healthcare, technology and engineering areas. Workers with qualifications and experiences in these occupations will have more chances to obtain an employer sponsored visa and/or a permanent visa (e.g., 189, 190, 491) to stay in Australia or another developed country.
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