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Millennials and Gen Z are landing fast-growing, high-paying AI jobs, according to LinkedIn study
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
LinkedIn's 2025 analysis found that workers under age 40 comprised a significant share of hires for roles in artificial intelligence and machine learning. LinkedIn did not provide a specific percentage but noted that younger workers had secured positions across AI-focused companies and in AI roles within traditional industries. The study examined LinkedIn's hiring data across multiple sectors over a defined period, though specific salary comparisons between age groups were not disclosed in the available summary.
