AI is hitting entry-level jobs hardest, Stanford study finds
Summary
Stanford economists report that entry-level employment for 22- to 25-year-olds in AI-exposed occupations is down 19% relative to less AI-impacted fields, widening from a 13% gap previously. The study uses ADP payroll data and the Anthropic Economic Index to categorize occupations by AI exposure and distinguishes between automative (replacement) and augmentative (assistance) AI use. Overall economy effects are muted, with the largest impact concentrated among younger workers in highly automated roles, while higher education appears to buffer some of the differences.