A new series of research “Young people, artificial intelligence and the labor market”, carried out by the data agency Nexus and commissioned by the social organization Demà, shows that generation Z has started to consider mastery of artificial intelligence tools as a condition of employability. But this age group also expresses their fears about the impacts of technology on their professional future.
According to the survey, 65% of respondents, aged 14 to 29, say that knowing AI is essential for career advancement, and 84% say the topic will be decisive in finding a job. The demand for qualifications follows this perception, as 64% of those surveyed intend to take courses in the field.
As shown Leaftoday, the MEC (Ministry of Education) recognizes 28 undergraduate courses with the name of artificial intelligence in the country. In some colleges, training even rivals medicine in the competition for places.
But with enthusiasm comes apprehension. For 47% of young people, AI raises concerns, particularly because of the risk of work automation. 42% say they are excited about the possibilities offered by technology.
In the educational field, support is even clearer. Seven out of ten respondents consider AI to be an ally when it comes to learning. The tools are mainly used for academic research (83%) and to help with tasks, work and study (71%).
Yet 24% fear that excessive consumption will lead to addiction or reduce the personal effort needed to learn.
“Technology is a powerful ally of productivity, but it does not replace the human factor. The ability to analyze, create and ask the right questions is what will make the difference,” says Juan Carlos Moreno, director of Demà.
The survey interviewed 2,016 young people in the 27 states of the federation, between July 14 and 20. The margin of error is two percentage points, with a confidence level of 95%.
with DIEGO ALEJANDRO, KARINA MATIAS and VICTORIA CÓCOLO
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