AI replaces a large number of entry-level jobs, some advice from a former Amazon technical consultant to graduates.

As employers continue to deploy artificial intelligence (AI), entry-level jobs are declining significantly. Greg Hart, former technology advisor at Amazon and now CEO of the online learning platform Coursera, shared several pieces of advice for graduates to help them remain competitive in the job market and stand out in interviews.

With the rise of AI, entry-level jobs will be largely replaced.

According to CNBC, this year, major companies have been laying off employees, citing artificial intelligence as one of the reasons for the layoffs. For example, Amazon has laid off 14,000 people due to its bet on artificial intelligence, and Salesforce has also cut 4,000 customer support positions, stating that artificial intelligence can complete 40% of the company's work.

At the same time, a recent survey conducted by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) on 2019 senior HR professionals and decision-makers showed that 62% of UK employers expect that entry-level, clerical, managerial, and administrative positions are most likely to be replaced by artificial intelligence.

In addition, the Association of Graduate Employers in the UK found in its annual student recruitment survey that there were only 17,000 graduate positions, yet they received 1.2 million applications, highlighting the intensity of competition and the relatively limited number of positions available for young people.

Graduates should emphasize their unique qualities and continue their education to obtain micro-credentials.

Former Amazon technology advisor Greg Hart became the president and CEO of the online learning platform Coursera in February 2025. He believes that in the age of artificial intelligence, it is important for young people to continue their education and obtain micro-credentials in addition to earning degrees.

Micro-credentials are short-term courses that provide certification for specific skills or knowledge, with a completion time shorter than traditional degrees or diplomas. Hart stated that as artificial intelligence threatens graduates' job positions, it becomes increasingly important to supplement degrees with additional credentials.

In addition, recent graduates should emphasize their personality and character traits when attending job interviews. Because, by definition, recent graduates do indeed lack experience.

He believes that one of the “most important qualities” employers want to recruit is “proactive, hardworking, willing to take responsibility, and eager to learn individuals.”

The best way to demonstrate these qualities is to obtain some micro-credentials while earning a degree, especially certifications related to the field you are in. For example, Hart encourages his son, who is majoring in finance, to take an elective course on the application of artificial intelligence in the financial sector. The spirit of a desire to continue learning indicates that you will also bring these qualities to the workplace. Additionally, learning new skills through short-term courses, rather than pursuing a new degree, can save young people more costs and time.

This article discusses how AI replaces a large number of entry-level jobs, along with a few pieces of advice from a former Amazon technology advisor for graduates. Originally appeared in Chain News ABMedia.