Barriers to entry.

The article warns about the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to destroy the career ladder for junior employees or workers fresh out of college. Findings of a study led by academic and author Eric Brynjolfsson show a decline in employment since 2022 for those aged 22-25 working in AI-exposed...

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Publicado en:	Economist Vol. 457; no. 9474; pp. 79 - 81
Autor principal:	Tricks, Henry
Formato:	Artículo
Publicado:	Economist Newspaper Limited 11/15/2025
Materias:	Artificial intelligence Career development Employment of college graduates Technological literacy Manufacturing industries Effect of technological innovations on employees Entry level employees Computer software development
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Sumario:	The article warns about the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to destroy the career ladder for junior employees or workers fresh out of college. Findings of a study led by academic and author Eric Brynjolfsson show a decline in employment since 2022 for those aged 22-25 working in AI-exposed roles like customer service and software development. Options that the graduating class of 2026 may consider include increasing their AI literacy and opting for jobs in fields like manufacturing.