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Prepare Yourself for the 2026 AI Job Market

December 2025
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Summary

Prepare Yourself for the 2026 AI Job Market is a session designed for professionals looking to explore the evolving field of AI-driven careers.

AI is reshaping the job market, creating new roles while transforming or phasing out others. The session explores the skills needed to thrive in this environment, featuring insights from Alexis Fink, a Principal at Propeller Insight, and Karina Bernacki, VP of People at Coreweave. They discuss emerging AI roles, the impact on existing positions, and the importance of both technical and soft skills. The conversation also explores strategies for reskilling and continuous learning, emphasizing the need for adaptability and proactive engagement with AI technologies. The session highlights the necessity of balancing efficiency with innovation, and the role of AI in enhancing personalization and connection in the workplace.

Key Takeaways:

  • AI is creating new roles and transforming existing ones, requiring a shift in skill sets.
  • Technical skills in AI, along with soft skills like communication and discernment, are vital.
  • Efficiency should be balanced with innovation to leverage AI effectively.
  • Reskilling and continuous learning are essential for staying relevant in the AI job market.
  • AI can enhance personalization and connection, especially in onboarding and management.

Insights

Emerging AI Roles

AI is not just changing existing roles but also creating new ones. Alexis Fink outlines a range of AI roles from backend development to user interaction, ...
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emphasizing that almost everyone is using AI in some capacity. Karina Bernacki highlights the rise in security and privacy roles, driven by the need to manage risks associated with AI. She also notes the growth in MLOps and observability roles, which focus on monitoring and evaluating AI systems. These roles are vital as they ensure the quality and security of AI applications. As AI becomes more integrated into various industries, the demand for these specialized roles is expected to increase significantly.

Impact on Existing Roles

AI is transforming traditional roles, particularly in finance and data analytics. Karina observes that finance professionals are often resistant to AI, yet changes are inevitable. Data roles are evolving rapidly, with the concept of a data analyst shifting towards more integrated roles like business intelligence. The focus is on efficiency and productivity, but there is a risk of overlooking the broader potential of AI. "Efficiency is more than just cost-cutting," Karina notes, "it's about doing more with less and enhancing capabilities." The session emphasizes the need for professionals to adapt to these changes to remain relevant.

Essential Skills for the AI Era

Both technical and soft skills are vital in the AI job market. Alexis stresses the importance of learning by doing, suggesting that professionals should engage with AI projects in familiar domains to build competence. Karina highlights soft skills such as judgment, communication, and discernment as critical. "Your ability to discern and communicate effectively will be primary," she asserts. These skills enable professionals to understand AI outputs and make informed decisions. The session emphasizes the importance of AI literacy, akin to digital literacy, as a foundational skill for future careers.

Reskilling and Continuous Learning

Reskilling is vital for professionals looking to transition into AI-focused roles. Alexis and Karina advocate for a proactive approach to learning, emphasizing the need to integrate learning into daily routines. Karina suggests using AI tools to facilitate learning, such as listening to AI-generated summaries of relevant content. "You have to want it," she insists, highlighting the importance of motivation and commitment. The session encourages professionals to create personal learning systems and engage with AI tools to stay ahead. This approach not only enhances skills but also builds confidence in understanding the AI field.

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