- 77% of job seekers use AI tools, with LinkedIn and chatbots being the most popular.
- Disparities exist in AI usage, especially among older workers and those with lower education levels.
- The International AI Safety report warns of job market disruptions due to AI automation.
A new survey reveals that 77% of job seekers have used AI during their search, with LinkedIn recommendations and chatbots being the most common tools.
The International AI Safety report expands on these concerns, warning that the continued development of general-purpose AI could automate many tasks, leading to substantial job displacement.
AI’s Role in Job Search: Benefits, Concerns, and Future Impacts
A recent French survey found that AI is becoming integral to the job search process, with 77% of job seekers using AI tools like LinkedIn recommendations and chatbots. These tools help applicants streamline their searches, create polished CVs, and improve cover letters. Despite the benefits, access to these tools is not equal across all demographics. Younger workers (especially under 25) and those with higher education levels are more likely to embrace AI, while older workers and those with only secondary education face barriers to full AI utilization.
The report from the International AI Safety summit goes further to warn of a potential mass displacement of workers as AI tools advance. It explains that general-purpose AI, if fully developed, could automate a wide range of tasks across industries, putting jobs at risk. Such disruption could profoundly reshape the labor market, requiring strategies for workers to adapt to changing demands.
Job seekers themselves also express mixed feelings about AI’s role in recruitment. While many see its efficiency, 40% of respondents are concerned about the loss of human interaction and the privacy of their personal data. These fears reflect broader anxieties about AI’s increasing influence on personal and professional lives, suggesting a need for greater transparency and safeguards.
Ultimately, AI’s impact on recruitment and employment will likely be twofold: It offers convenience and opportunities for efficiency but also introduces risks of inequality and job displacement. Addressing these concerns will be essential to ensure that AI serves as an inclusive tool for all workers.
As AI continues to shape the job search process, its benefits and challenges must be carefully managed to ensure that it doesn’t exacerbate existing inequalities or disrupt the labor market.
“AI’s potential in the job search process is undeniable, but it also risks deepening divides, leaving behind those who are less equipped to adapt to these changes.” – Jean-Christophe Vidal
