A recent study by the Pew Research Center shed some light on the exposure of American workers to artificial intelligence (AI) at their jobs.
The report disclosed intriguing information regarding the influence of AI on different sectors, demographic groups, and job categories.
Notably, it found that 19% of American workers were in jobs with high exposure to AI, while 23% were in jobs with low exposure to AI.
Who Is Most Exposed To AI? The study indicated that certain groups of workers demonstrated higher levels of exposure to AI.
Workers with a bachelor's degree or more, women, and Asian and White workers were among those who faced the most exposure. The report also said that high-wage workers were more likely to hold jobs with high exposure to AI.
Jobs And AI Exposure: Jobs with high exposure include budget analysts, data entry, tax preparers, technical writers, and web developers. On the other hand, roles including barbers, childcare workers, and firefighters showed a lower degree of exposure.
Despite a significant segment of workers experiencing high exposure, many did not perceive their jobs as at risk. It was particularly pronounced in industries like information and technology, where workers believed AI would be more beneficial than harmful.
Skills For AI-Exposed Jobs: Interestingly, analytical skills including science, mathematics, and programming are more vital in jobs with high exposure to AI.
Conversely, mechanical skills are more relevant to jobs with lower exposure to AI.
Several publicly-traded companies, from retail giants to financial institutions, could see their workforces significantly impacted by AI:
Amazon.com, Inc AMZN: Amazon’s continual use of AI-driven robotics in its warehouses could potentially impact numerous employees. However, it could also provide opportunities for managing and maintaining the technologies.
JPMorgan Chase & Co JPM: As AI adoption in banking grows, roles in risk assessment, fraud detection, and customer service may undergo a transformation, requiring workers with skills to develop and supervise AI systems.
Ford Motor Co F and Tesla Inc TSLA: The rise of AI in autonomous vehicle technology could reshape traditional assembly line roles, with a parallel demand for professionals in AI development and testing.
IBM IBM: With a leading position in AI technology, IBM is likely to see a shift towards more roles requiring AI specialization in areas like data science and AI ethics.
Pfizer Inc PFE: AI use in drug discovery and clinical trials could affect roles in the pharmaceutical industry but also create demand for specialists who can work at the intersection of AI and biotech.
Alphabet Inc. GOOG GOOGL: Dozens of jobs at Google are at risk due to AI. One of the company’s most-used services, Google Assistant, is now getting a dose of artificial intelligence as it looks to stay competitive in a fast-changing world. Google Assistant is all set to be “supercharged” with AI, leading to a “small number” of roles being axed in the team.
Last Word: While AI may automate certain tasks, it often also generates new jobs requiring more specialized skills.
As AI continues to progress, new roles focused on ethical considerations, policymaking, and regulatory compliance are likely to emerge. The future of work with AI seems to be as much about adaptation and education as it is about tech itself.
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