Gen Z Hides AI at Work, Fearing It’ll Risk Their Jobs

Gen Z Hides AI Use at Work, Fearing It Will Cost Them Their Jobs

Written by Aaron S.,

Editor-In-Chief

Last Updated: August 11, 2025

Key Takeaways

47% of Gen Z and millennials use AI at work but avoid disclosing it due to job security fears;
30% of young employees say their workplace lacks clear AI rules, or they do not know them;
Most younger workers feel tech overload, yet only 16% have a say in tool decisions.

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A recent report from Cox Business reveals that younger employees are quietly using artificial intelligence (AI) at work, often without telling their managers.

The study, which surveyed over 1,000 millennial and Gen Z workers in the US, found that nearly half of them rely on artificial intelligence to help complete daily tasks.

These include summarizing meeting notes, drafting ideas, analyzing data, generating reports, and writing or debugging code. However, 47% admitted they hesitate to share how much they depend on AI, mainly because they worry it could put their jobs at risk.

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Another reason for the silence is a lack of clear direction. About 30% of respondents said they either do not know their company’s rules around AI or believe there are none.

The report also points out that more than 60% of younger workers use personal tools and apps for work instead of sticking with the ones officially approved by their company.

At the same time, nearly 70% said they are overwhelmed by all the tech they are expected to use, while just 16% feel they have any real say in how those tools are chosen.

Jeff Breaux, executive vice president at Cox Communications, said the findings offer businesses insight into how younger employees view technology in the workplace. He noted that companies have an opportunity to improve their approach to tech planning, training, and investment so that it better fits the needs of their future workforce.

Meanwhile, Elon Musk recently confirmed that Tesla has shut down its Dojo AI project. Why? Read the full story.