AT&T (T) Faces Shortage of Skilled Workers Amid AI Growth

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AT&T (T) Faces Shortage of Skilled Workers Amid AI Growth

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AT&T (T) is struggling to find skilled blue-collar workers necessary for its growth as the company evolves with AI technology. CEO John Stankey emphasized the need for expertise in electricity and photonics and the challenge of sourcing and training such workers. This situation comes at a time when an unprecedented number of college graduates are entering the job market, highlighting a potential mismatch in workforce needs. As AI implementation progresses, hiring in industries vulnerable to automation is slowing, raising concerns about future job opportunities for those with traditional degrees.

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