Automation index
How much of a Historian’s job can AI already do?
A corpus and a chronology come earlier. Going to the archive, reading the hand, and deciding what is a fact do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Historian
25%
AI can already do 25% of this job.
#227 / 633
View rankingHistorian
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Search, transcribe and sort sources.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 20% | 45% | +9 |
Draft chapters, cards and bibliography.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 38% | +6.8 |
Archive work and source criticism.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 15% | +2.7 |
Argue the thesis and debate peers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Teaching, outreach and museums.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
Choose the cut and the question.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 14% | +2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Search, transcribe and sort sources
- Draft chapters, cards and bibliography
- Archive work and source criticism
- Argue the thesis and debate peers
- Teaching, outreach and museums
- Choose the cut and the question
- historiador
- historian
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-3093.00· ESCO/ISCO 2633
IS WORK OVER?
Carpenter
27%
#137 / 633
View rankingCarpenter
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, or power tools.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, trim, or hardware, using carpenters' hand or power tools.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 45% | 28% | +12.6 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- install locks
- work ergonomically
- apply proofing membranes
- cut insulation material to size
- use shims
- inspect construction supplies
- manipulate glass
- use measurement instruments
- apply insulation strips
- use safety equipment in construction
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2031.00· ESCO/ISCO 7115