AI-Targeted Training Underperforms

Workers who retrain specifically for AI‑intensive occupations earn less than similar AI‑exposed workers who pursue more general training. The study estimates a 29% lower return for AI‑targeted training among WIOA participants. This suggests 'AI jobs' programs may overpromise for displaced, lower‑income workers. — It cautions policymakers against hyped AI‑centric retraining tracks and favors broad, transferable skills for better earnings outcomes.