AI and Jobs: Young Workers Most Concerned, Randstad Survey Reveals
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A recent Randstad survey indicates four in five workers anticipate artificial intelligence will affect their daily workplace tasks, with Gen Z among those most concerned as companies increasingly rely on AI chatbots and automation, a survey conducted by Randstad showed on Tuesday.
Randstad, one of the world's largest recruitment agencies, conducted the survey, which included 27,000 workers and 1,225 employers across 35 markets. The yearly "Workmonitor" report also analysed over 3 million job postings.
Job vacancies requiring "AI agent" skills have significantly increased by 1,587%, according to Randstad's findings. The data suggests AI and automation are progressively replacing low-complexity, transactional roles.
Randstad CEO Sander van 't Noordende told Reuters, "What we generally see amongst employees is that they are enthusiastic about AI ... but they may also be sceptical in the sense that companies want what companies always want: they want to save costs and increase efficiency." This perspective highlights the dual views of the technology.
The report specifically stated that "Gen Z is the most concerned generation, while Baby Boomers show greater self-assurance and are the least worried about AI’s impact and their ability to adapt." This indicates a generational divide in employee confidence regarding AI.
Nearly half of the interviewed workers fear that the emerging technology will primarily benefit corporations rather than the workforce. This sentiment underscores a significant concern among employees.
A notable discrepancy also exists in business performance outlooks. The report shows that around 95% of surveyed employers forecast growth for the current year, whereas only 51% of employees share this optimistic view.
Four in five workers believe AI will impact their jobs, with Gen Z being the most concerned generation.
Job vacancies for "AI agent" skills surged by 1,587%, suggesting AI is replacing low-complexity tasks.
Baby Boomers are the least worried about AI's impact and show greater self-assurance regarding adaptation.
Source: REUTERS
