AI Is Changing Where College Graduates Begin Their Careers

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Steve Boese

Co-Founder and Chief Data Officer of H3 HR Advisors and Program Chair, HR Technology Conference

About this episode

New Census Bureau research reveals stark trends for college graduates in majors exposed to AI. As a result, these graduates are less likely to find immediate employment and start with lower earnings. In addition, many are moving away from technology and professional services into retail, restaurants, and hospitality.

However, the first job plays a critical role in long-term career growth. In the second episode of a two-part series, Steve Boese examines how AI disrupts this transition. Therefore, he explores practical steps that employers, universities, and college graduates can take next.

Key Insights from the Episode:

  • Impact on Early Careers: How automated workflows are altering traditional entry-level roles.

  • Shifting Job Markets: Why graduates are pivoting away from tech and professional services into service industries.

  • Actionable Strategies: What higher education institutions and employers must do to adapt to evolving workforce needs.

 

 

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