From space junk collectors to climate change specialists - 10 unusual jobs we could all be doing in the future
By Kyle Wilson
Published 3rd Oct 2020, 12:30 BST
Updated 3rd Oct 2020, 16:15 BST
The continued development of modern technology and the effects of the coronavirus have caused drastic change across many working sectors.
The children of today are a generation working towards a new and exciting landscape of potential jobs - some of which don't even exist yet.
As technology and automation continues to advance at a staggering rate, the job sector will too, quickly adapting to support breakthroughs across industries.
Take a look at some of the jobs humanity could be doing one day.
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Take a look at some of the jobs humanity could be doing one day.
5. Space tourism guide.
Voyages into space are beginning to take off with the emergence of Virgin Galactic. Commercial flights to space will become the next top holiday destination. Photo: Andrew H. Walker
The AI sector is booming, however AI cannot sell itself, therefore there may be a need for human effort and skill in this department. This role will be in charge of promoting and selling AI systems to new and existing companies. Photo: AFP Contributor
In the future, teaching may be less about the bricks and mortar in a school building and could possibly focus more around online classrooms and lessons. Photo: NOAH SEELAM