By Melania Watson
Publication Date: 2025-11-21 00:39:00
Australian employers are reporting a surge in entry-level hiring as artificial intelligence becomes embedded in workplaces, despite ongoing concerns about job displacement. Recent research found that 41 percent of companies saw an increase in their entry opportunities through AI, while 19 percent saw a decrease.
AI is changing the way employees think
The impact of AI is particularly pronounced in the public sector, where 58 percent of organizations report an increase in entry-level employees. In the private sector, 37 percent noted an increase. The results contrast with previous discourse suggesting that AI could reduce opportunities for graduates and school leavers.
The study surveyed more than 600 senior business decision makers and HR experts from the private, public and nonprofit sectors. It provided insights into new employment trends, with many employers indicating a preference for job expansion over replacement by…
