Source: Fortune
Summary
Despite warnings of a “jobpocalypse” due to AI, new data suggests that computer science graduates’ job prospects are not as bleak as predicted. Starting salaries for computer science majors are expected to reach $81,535, up 7% from last year, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers. However, hiring for the class of 2026 is expected to remain flat, and young adults are struggling to gain a foothold in the market. Experts emphasize the importance of adapting to AI and building durable, cross-disciplinary skills.
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The numbers tell one story.
Computer science graduates are still in demand, with starting salaries increasing by 7%. However, hiring is expected to remain flat, and young adults are struggling to enter the job market. The narrative that AI makes computer science obsolete is false, according to Karim Meghji, CEO of Code.org. Instead, AI makes computer science more essential. Employers are looking for workers who can adapt to emerging technologies and build durable skills.
Don’t be fearful; the future of work is always evolving.
Author: Evan Null
