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The fastest-growing jobs worldwide and how to get into them

Technology, the green transition, ageing populations and AI are reshaping work everywhere. Here are the job families growing fastest, according to major labour-market studies, and how to position yourself for them.

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Key Takeaways

  • Technology roles such as AI and machine learning specialists, data specialists and software developers lead global growth forecasts.
  • Green-transition jobs — renewable energy engineers and environmental specialists — are growing quickly.
  • Healthcare and care roles grow steadily as populations age.
  • Routine clerical roles such as data entry and cashiers are expected to decline as automation spreads.

What the major studies say

Two of the most cited sources are the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report, which surveys large employers worldwide, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment projections. They use different methods, but their direction is consistent: growth in technology, data, green energy and care work, and decline in routine administrative tasks.

Forecasts are not guarantees. Use them to choose a direction, then check current job postings in your own country.

Fast-growing job families

Fast-growing job families and how people typically enter them
Job familyExample rolesTypical entry route
AI and dataAI/ML engineer, data scientist, data analyst, big data specialistDegree or bootcamp plus portfolio projects; strong Python and SQL
Software and cloudSoftware developer, cloud engineer, DevOps engineerDegree, bootcamp or self-taught with projects and certifications
CybersecuritySecurity analyst, security engineer, cloud security specialistIT or networking experience plus security certifications
Green transitionRenewable energy engineer, solar installer, wind technician, environmental specialistEngineering degree or vocational training and licensing
HealthcareNurse practitioner, physical therapist assistant, home health aideAccredited training and licensing
Digital businessDigital marketing specialist, e-commerce specialist, product managerExperience plus platform skills; portfolio of campaigns

Roles expected to decline

Jobs built around repetitive, rules-based tasks face the most pressure from automation. Forecasts commonly list data entry clerks, bank tellers, cashiers and some administrative and secretarial roles. People in these roles can move toward adjacent growing work — for example, from data entry to data analysis, or from administration to operations or customer success.

Skills that grow in value everywhere

  • AI and big data literacy
  • Networks and cybersecurity
  • Technological literacy and working with digital tools
  • Analytical and creative thinking
  • Resilience, flexibility and agility
  • Curiosity and lifelong learning
  • Leadership and social influence

Frequently Asked Questions

Which job has the best future?

There is no single answer, but roles that combine technical skills with judgement — such as AI engineering, data analysis, cybersecurity and specialised healthcare — have strong long-term demand.

Will AI replace these fast-growing jobs?

AI changes how many jobs are done, but forecasts expect demand for people who build, manage and apply AI to grow. Combining domain expertise with AI skills is the safest strategy.

Are these trends the same in every country?

The broad direction is similar, but demand and pay vary by country. Always check local job postings and government labour data.

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