From Futurism · Joe Wilkins · · 1m 20s
AI is crushing entry-level tech jobs in New York City
New data shows computer and math job postings for beginners have dropped 49% since 2022, with AI taking much of the blame.
In brief
New data shows computer and math job postings for beginners have dropped 49% since 2022, with AI taking much of the blame. Entry-level tech hiring has collapsed by nearly half since 2022, with AI automation and post-COVID workforce corrections both playing major roles. Originally reported by Futurism.
Entry-level tech jobs crater
Job postings for entry-level computer and math roles in NYC have dropped 49% since 2022. Tech firms are using AI to justify a massive slowdown in new hires.
First rung of the ladder
Computer science grads are hit hardest, but tech may be just the first domino. Entry-level postings overall have fallen off a cliff.
“entry-level postings overall have fallen off a cliff, and the first rung of the ladder in tech is under pressure.”
Competition intensifies for young workers
Tech used to offer amazing opportunities because it was growing fast. Now positions for young people with limited experience are harder to find.
Other industries also suffering
Entry-level hiring has plunged in office support, financial operations, arts and media, education, and libraries too.
AI isn't the only culprit
Tech companies are reversing COVID-era overhiring while AI rises. Nearly a quarter of the US labor force was functionally unemployed as of July.
No easy fix ahead
AI certainly isn't helping, but shutting down every chatbot tomorrow wouldn't bring entry-level jobs back on its own.
The big picture
Entry-level tech hiring has collapsed by nearly half since 2022, with AI automation and post-COVID workforce corrections both playing major roles.
