Many people are concerned about AI replacing the need for workers — but it’s also creating more job opportunities. If you are passionate about this technology and want to use it to make a difference in the world, you might consider pursuing a career in AI. Here are a few things you’ll need to do to prepare.
1. Have Confidence in Yourself
Remind yourself that a career in AI is not out of your reach. It may feel daunting, especially if there are many things you don’t know yet. However, you have plenty of time to learn everything you need to know. Besides, AI is developing so rapidly, there are always new things for everyone — not just you — to learn. Don’t allow imposter syndrome to make you feel like you don’t belong.
2. Search for Mentors and Role Models
One way to increase your confidence is to seek support from a mentor. Reach out to someone who is working with AI in the same kind of capacity as you would like to or someone who has a similar background to you. In addition, it’s worth searching for role models. Follow these people on social media and listen to their podcasts to learn more about what they’re doing now and how they reached that point.
3. Familiarize Yourself with the Terminology
Be in a position to involve yourself in discussions about AI by learning the basic terminology. Familiarize yourself with the key definitions and the differences between the main types of technology and applications. You may also like to start exploring what areas interest you the most to learn about these in more detail.
4. Use More AI in Your Daily Life
Make AI a regular part of your life by trying out different tools. There’s a good chance you’re already interacting with AI without thinking about it (such as through recommendations on streaming services and the posts you see on your social media feeds), but you should also actively seek out AI. For instance, you could use a tool to create a travel itinerary for your next spring break, experiment with virtual try-on features on e-commerce sites, or draft cover letters for internship applications.
5. Understand the Ethical Challenges
With every application of AI, ethics are central. If you’re going to pursue a career in AI, you need a good understanding of these issues. This is true for all types of technology, but it’s especially important for AI due to the speed the field is moving and the kinds of applications it has. Read opinion pieces, check out what’s included in the terms and conditions of AI tools, and come up with your own ideas for ethical concerns and ways it may be possible to overcome them.
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