Gen AI Meets Gen Z
The Role of Gen AI in Early Careers Job & Internship Searches & Applications
While most employers are still wondering if AI will impact recruitment, here’s a reality check: 69% of early career job seekers are already using generative AI in their applications and job search. That’s nearly 4x higher than the general population.
The AI-enabled graduate isn’t coming—they’re already here.
PeopleScout partnered with the University of Bristol Careers Service to survey university students applying for internships or jobs—largely made up of Gen Z, a demographic often assumed to be at the forefront of technology adoption. The resulting research report, Gen AI Meets Gen Z, provides a detailed picture of the current early careers recruitment landscape and potential risks Gen AI poses to your hiring process.
Download our free report for the latest research exploring:
- The scale and nature of Gen AI adoption among early career job seekers
- Why you might be losing out on good candidates who deliberately abstain from Gen AI
- Why transparent communication is essential to build trust with the AI-native generation
- Essential steps to review and strengthen your assessment processes against AI vulnerabilities
Download the report now to get evidence-based insights to navigate Gen AI in early careers recruitment with confidence.
