Artificial intelligence firms are fueling a surge in leasing activity as demand for office space in the city expands, reflecting the sector’s rapid growth. Meanwhile, younger professionals are encountering a shrinking pool of job opportunities outside AI-focused roles, with employers increasingly prioritizing candidates who can demonstrate proficiency in emerging technologies. The shift underscores a widening divide between high-demand tech skills and traditional career paths, placing added pressure on workers to adapt or risk being left behind. Companies are responding by restructuring hiring practices, further tightening competition for non-AI positions.
AI companies are driving leasing growth in the city, but young workers face fewer openings and rising pressure to develop AI-related skills.
