Graduate Jobs: More Work with AI, But What Else?
Recent university graduate Lotte Underwood is a public relations executive with a twist - she spends more time using AI than actually doing PR.
TL;DR
- New graduate roles are emerging, with employees like Lotte Underwood managing AI agents for tasks such as research, reporting, and media preparation.
- AI is enabling graduates to take on more senior responsibilities, leading to faster career progression and increased value within organizations.
- Some companies are shifting their graduate programs to incorporate more AI-specific roles, while others emphasize traditional 'learning the trade' approaches.
- PwC research indicates that entry-level roles influenced by AI are seven times more likely to require traditionally senior-level skills.
- Experts suggest that while AI literacy is crucial, it must be coupled with sector-specific knowledge for sustained career progression.