Over 85 per cent school students are utilising AI tools like ChatGPT for career guidance while at least 40 per cent of them have never interacted with a career counsellor, according to a report.
The 2024 Annual Student Quest Survey, a comprehensive study exploring the transformative trends in career and college counselling, was conducted by IC3 Institute and FLAME University.
With responses from over 2,200 students from class 9 to 12 and 35,656 counsellors spanning 56 countries, the survey report has provided essential data aimed at bridging the gaps in existing counselling practices and enhancing support for students navigating their futures.
“Over 85 pc of students are utilising AI tools like ChatGPT for career guidance. In India, 62 pc of counsellors are using AI tools in their work, with 74 pc believing these tools can enhance and automate the counselling process. Moreover, 73 pc of Indian counsellors reported that AI tools have contributed to a reduction in their workload, particularly in handling administrative tasks.
“Among students, 83 pc have access to AI tools, which are used for tasks such as essay writing, career research and university selection,” the report said.
The IC3 Institute is a volunteer-based organisation that provides support to high schools around the world through guidance and training resources for their administrators, teachers and counsellors to help establish and maintain robust career and college counselling departments.