Which industries are least exposed to AI automation?

According to the study by Kuble and Employees Switzerland published on 16 June 2026, the construction and craft sectors are almost completely excluded from exposure to artificial intelligence. The health and social sectors also enjoy relative protection, being less involved than in administrative, financial or consulting areas.

Can frontier workers access training courses funded in Switzerland?

Yes, the Federal Council report of 5 June 2026 confirms that unemployment insurance can finance continuing training for those who are unemployed or threatened with unemployment. However, the report notes that frontier workers are often poorly informed about such institutional channels and that the availability of these tools can vary significantly from Canton to Canton.

Which professional profiles are most exposed to AI?

The most involved profiles include software developers, cybersecurity specialists, system administrators, administrators, graphic designers, translators, and legal and financial consulting professionals. These roles are more susceptible to the automation of repetitive tasks as they operate primarily in offices and digital contexts.

Boom AI in Switzerland: opportunities for frontier workers (cross-border guide)

Di Redazione Frontaliere Ticino · Published on 24 July 2026

Job postings with AI skills hit an all-time high. This is what it means for the 78,500 border workers active in Ticino.

Context

In a nutshell

Historical record of job listings with AI skills in Switzerland.
25,000 open positions in 2025, +9,000 compared to the previous year.
78,500 Italian border guards in Ticino called upon to update their skills.

Key facts

What: Booming demand for artificial intelligence skills.
When: Data referring to 2025, published on 15 June 2026.
Where: Swiss labour market.
Who: PwC Switzerland (AI Jobs Barometer).
Amount: 1.8% the total share of ads with AI focus.

Job vacancies requiring specific artificial intelligence skills have reached a level never seen before in Switzerland. According to PwC Switzerland's AI Jobs Barometer, released on 15 June 2026, the Swiss market saw a net increase, reaching 25,000 open positions during 2025. This figure represents a significant jump of about 9,000 units compared to the previous year, confirming a trend that, although still weighing for a small share of 1.8% on the total number of ads, is radically changing the Swiss employment landscape.

# Market Transformation

It is no longer just a matter of researching technical figures for the development of new algorithms, but of integrating artificial intelligence into the daily work of different sectors. Adrian Jones, head of the Workforce area at PwC Switzerland, highlighted how AI is changing the way

Operational details

For the approximately 78,562 active frontaliers in Ticino, the phenomenon of AI represents a challenge that intertwines with the dynamics of a market, the Swiss market, which has been struggling for some time to find qualified talent locally. The demand for specific skills in sectors such as healthcare, energy, and finance offers concrete opportunities. However, there is an inherent vulnerability related to the speed of change: the risk of falling behind is real if one does not accompany the work activity with a constant commitment to continuous training. An analysis by the Zurich-based consulting society Kuble, conducted in collaboration with Impiegati Svizzera and published on June 16, 2026, has highlighted that more than one in four jobs in Switzerland (28%) is strongly exposed to AI, while for 34% the exposure is medium.

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Key points

The continuous education is no longer an option, but a strategic necessity for the trans-frontalier worker. A report by the Federal Council adopted on June 5, 2026, on professional reintegration has highlighted a significant issue: frontaliers often lack knowledge of the institutional channels in Switzerland compared to residents. The report recalls that the unemployment insurance in Switzerland can finance continuous education courses, a fundamental tool for those who are unemployed or at risk of becoming so due to the automation of working processes. However, the availability of such resources varies depending on the canton, an aspect on which the report indicates the need for improvements and greater uniformity.

Source: tio.ch

Frequently Asked Questions

Which industries are least exposed to AI automation?: According to the study by Kuble and Employees Switzerland published on 16 June 2026, the construction and craft sectors are almost completely excluded from exposure to artificial intelligence. The health and social sectors also enjoy relative protection, being less involved than in administrative, financial or consulting areas.
Can frontier workers access training courses funded in Switzerland?: Yes, the Federal Council report of 5 June 2026 confirms that unemployment insurance can finance continuing training for those who are unemployed or threatened with unemployment. However, the report notes that frontier workers are often poorly informed about such institutional channels and that the availability of these tools can vary significantly from Canton to Canton.
Which professional profiles are most exposed to AI?: The most involved profiles include software developers, cybersecurity specialists, system administrators, administrators, graphic designers, translators, and legal and financial consulting professionals. These roles are more susceptible to the automation of repetitive tasks as they operate primarily in offices and digital contexts.