Automation index
How much of a Translator’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already do 52% of this job. Literary or close legal translation still needs someone willing to stand behind every word.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Translator
52%↓
AI can already do 52% of this job.
#1 / 623
View rankingTranslator
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 ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible. | 14% | 72% | +10.1 |
| Listen to speakers' statements to determine meanings and to prepare translations, using electronic listening systems as necessary. | 11% | 72% | +7.9 |
Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
| Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions. | 8% | 72% | +5.8 |
| Refer to reference materials, such as dictionaries, lexicons, encyclopedias, and computerized terminology banks, as needed to ensure translation accuracy. | 7% | 72% | +5 |
| Compile information on content and context of information to be translated and on intended audience. | 7% | 72% | +5 |
| Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary. | 7% | 72% | +5 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
| Total | 100% | 52% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 54% · Estimate: 46% · Confidence: Medium
Skills and activities
- translate texts
- interpret
- proofread translations
- information confidentiality
- spelling
- office software
- grammar
- speak different languages
- master language rules
- develop a translation strategy
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-3091.00· ESCO/ISCO 2643
IS WORK OVER?
Accountant
35%
#17 / 623
View rankingAccountant
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Supervise auditing of establishments, and determine scope of investigation required.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 22% | +2.6 |
Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 48% | +4.3 |
Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 55% | +4.4 |
Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Prepare adjusting journal entries.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 38% | 28% | +10.6 |
| Total | 100% | 35% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- ledger entries
- close accounts
- reconcile banks
- accounting department processes
- financial department processes
- economics
- corporate law
- accounting
- inspect tax returns
- control financial resources
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 2411