AI disrupting entry-level jobs, stanford study shows

A new study from Stanford University economists, published in August 2026, highlights the growing impact of artificial intelligence on entry-level jobs. The research, an updated version of a paper released last year, reveals that younger workers aged 22 to 25 in occupations heavily exposed to AI are now experiencing a 19 percent decline in employment compared to their peers in less AI-affected fields. This marks an increase from the 13 percent gap reported last year. The study, titled 'Canaries in the Coal Mine? Six Facts about the Recent Employment Effects of Artificial Intelligence,' suggests that while AI is significantly affecting younger workers, older workers have not yet faced similar job losses. The findings indicate a persistent and expanding trend in employment challenges for entry-level positions, raising concerns about the broader economic implications of AI adoption.