AI-based automation raises concerns among graduates regarding the job market

Threats to entry-level positions

According to the American educational portal The Hechinger Report, the greatest threat from AI comes to roles that were previously considered career starting points. These roles include data processing, basic coding, report preparation, research assistance, and customer service.

The reason is that companies have begun delegating many tasks that were previously performed by new employees using AI tools. This leads to a reduction in entry-level vacancies, making it difficult for recent graduates to find employment.

Potential for new jobs

Nevertheless, there is another side to the coin. Many economists believe that while AI will eliminate some jobs, it will also create entirely new types of employment. High demand is expected in the coming years for skilled professionals in fields such as healthcare, cybersecurity, data analysis, and AI management.

Necessary skills for future professionals

Experts note that the era where having only a diploma was enough for employment is rapidly passing. According to specialists, future success will depend on professionals' ability to use AI not as a competitor, but as an assistant. Companies are now looking for candidates who can work alongside AI, and these skills are becoming critical for students in engineering and management fields.

Readiness of the Indian education system

Every year, thousands of students complete courses in engineering, management, and other professional fields in India. However, a significant number of institutions still rely on outdated curricula. Although some institutions have started including disciplines such as machine learning and data science in their programs, the industry believes these changes are still insufficient. A lack of coordination between universities and companies is also noted.

Specialists emphasize that in the coming years, technical knowledge alone will not be enough. Students need to gain experience through internships, projects, and working on real-world problems.

The future is defined by skills, not diplomas

Although concerns about AI are growing, experts view this technology not just as a threat. They believe that technology has always changed the nature of work. The difference is only that the pace of these changes is very high right now. Thus, the question is not whether AI will take jobs, but how quickly today's students can prepare for these changes, as in the future, career guarantees will be based not only on diplomas but also on new skills and the ability to continuously learn.