These are the professions of the future
Fact checker, offline therapist, digital undertaker: what sounds like science fiction are professions that could become important in the future - or already are.
To avoid any misunderstandings, the following list of future professions is neither representative nor scientifically based. Nor does it claim to be exhaustive. It lists activities that cover emerging needs and utilise new opportunities.
This in no way means that professions not mentioned have no future. Many professions in the health and care sector, in the social and education sectors, in security services and in the skilled trades will still be in demand in 20 years' time. The activities presented here are taken from international studies and texts on the subject of «professions of the future». Some are already being carried out by professionals today, but are not (yet) recognised as professions, but rather specialisations.
Agile Coach
Supports individuals and organisations in becoming adaptable and self-learning so that they can react quickly to change.
Aquaponics fish farmer
Operates an aquaponics system that combines fish farming and vegetable production.
Extinct Species Geneticist
Bringing extinct plants and animals back to life using genetic engineering.
Category Manager
As a strategic buyer, selects products for (online) shops and defines their prices.
CO2 storage technician
OperatesCO2 final storage facilities. Works as a specialist in such facilities.
Data waste recyclist
Investigates whether data records intended for deletion can still be used. Sells these to data brokers if possible.
Digital undertaker
Takes care of a person's digital legacy on personal websites and social networks after their death. Offers a dignified deletion ceremony on request.
Drone traffic manager
Responsible for independently functioning airspace surveillance for autonomous flying objects.
Simplicity expert
Helps people to organise their lives so that they have more time available for the things that give them the most satisfaction.
Ethical hacker
Uncovers security gaps, data theft and errors in digital systems. Helps to programme new applications in «hackathons».
E-sports manager
Organises e-sports competitions and manages e-sports teams. Organises further development and promotes young talent.
Expert for sustainable procurement
Advises on the search for ecologically and socially sustainable and ethically acceptable sources of raw materials, materials and services.
Fact checker
Checks media information for accuracy. Ensures that false reports and conspiracy theories are labelled as such.
Feelgood Manager
Creates a climate in companies in which all employees feel comfortable and can optimally utilise their performance potential.
Geo-Engineer
Develops methods to slow down climate change on a large scale by means of technical interventions in the biochemical processes in the earth's atmosphere («geoengineering»).
Hearing aid acoustician
Carries out hearing tests, manufactures hearing aids, programmes them, adjusts them and maintains them.
Innovation Manager
Deals with the utilisation of ideas that are to become commercially successful services and products or new processes.
Insect breeder
Breeds insects, which are becoming increasingly important as a source of protein in human nutrition.
Body part engineer
Develops physical spare parts and extensions. Adapts these to the respective user.
End of life therapist
Specialised nursing staff for the last stage of life and for euthanasia.
Curriculum individualisation specialist
Develops models that ensure that each child can learn according to their personal learning style and abilities.
Human-machine team manager
Develops services offered by human-machine teams, trains the teams and places them with clients.
Offline therapist
Develops customised therapies to reduce online time.
Pandemic consultant
Develops customised measures and rules of conduct for individuals and companies for current or future pandemics.
Prompt editor
Writes and optimises orders for AI applications such as Chat GPT and Midjourney.
Troubleshooter for autonomous transport systems
Monitors and regulates the traffic of autonomous vehicles if, contrary to expectations, they do not choose the optimum solution.
Virtual/Augmented Reality Journey Builder
Creates completely virtual travel offers or content that travellers can access on the move.
