AI reshaping how students choose careers
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By Litsa Pappas
Published on April 23, 2026.
As high school students begin planning their futures, artificial intelligence is becoming a central part of the conversation. Concerns are growing about whether certain careers will even exist by the time students graduate, with concerns that the high cost of higher education is exacerbating this issue. A report from Goldman Sachs found that roughly 16,000 jobs per month have been eliminated due to advancements in AI, many of them entry-level roles. The roles most vulnerable to AI disruption include those in repetitive or data-driven tasks. At Newburyport High School, students are being taught about the risks and opportunities of AI, and the school incorporates AI-focused learning tools such as a masterclass platform through College Guidance Network. The uncertainty has pushed some students towards an alternative career in medicine.
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