Despite the fact that most Gen Z think their jobs can be replaced with AI in the next decade, the vast majority are still using AI to help perform office tasks – and they're open to it.
A new survey released on Monday by Google assessed the AI habits of 1,005 full-time US knowledge workers aged 22 to 39. Google called the group “young leaders” because they are currently in leadership positions or aspire to hold one at work.
The survey found that 93% of Gen Z respondents aged 22 to 27 are using two or more AI tools such as ChatGPT OR Google Gemini AI per week. In comparison, 79% of millennials ages 28 to 39 indicate they are doing the same.
Related: Worried about AI stealing your work? A new report calls these 10 'AI-proof' careers
These AI users are using the technology to keep meeting notes, write emails and overcome language barriers.
They're not secretive about talking to ChatGPT either: More than half of them share AI-powered insights and experiences with their colleagues. Three out of four have even recommended AI tools they've had positive experiences with to their colleagues.
“Rising leaders aren't just advocating for AI — they're using this technology in meaningful ways, from improving communication with colleagues to freeing up time for strategic work,” Google Workspace VP of Product Yulie Kwon Kim said in a. press release.
Related: Google CEO says AI is now responsible for 25% of 'All New Code' created at company
it writing skills appeal to Gen Z and the millennial workers who use it in the workplace. 70% of respondents said they have used AI to help craft an email response, while 88% said AI can help them find the right tone when writing.
AI also highlights leadership potential and keeps promises. About four in five respondents want to use AI to become better managers and lead better teams. Half say AI holds great potential to automate repetitive tasks so they can focus on strategic work.
These emerging leaders “are not just using AI as a tool for efficiency, but as a catalyst to help grow their careers,” Kim said.
While AI can help boost careers, it also has the potential to replace jobs. Another one survey released earlier this month by technology education firm General Assembly showed that 62% of Gen Z believed AI would replace their jobs within the next 10 years, while a special study from Duke University found that 61% of large US firms plan to use AI to automate tasks previously performed by humans within the next year.