IBM to Triple Entry-Level Hiring by 2026 Despite AI Automation Concerns

• IBM plans to triple entry-level hiring in the US by 2026, going against the industry trend of AI-driven job cuts.
• Nickle LaMoreaux, IBM’s Chief Human Resource Officer, announced the move at Charter’s Leading with AI Summit.
• New entry-level roles are redesigned to focus on skills AI cannot easily replicate, such as communication, creativity, and human engagement.
• IBM aims to build a future-ready workforce and nurture talent pipelines for leadership roles.
• The decision comes amidst widespread concerns about AI automating jobs, with an MIT study estimating 11.7% of jobs could be automated by 2025.