According to data from Hays Poland, 48% of Poles fear the negative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on their career prospects. This places Poland among the most pessimistic countries surveyed. Yet there may be a silver lining: concerns about automation and its effects on the labor market are one of the reasons why the vast majority of Polish professionals want to take part in AI-related training.
Poland: High Use of AI at Work, but High Anxiety Too
Among European countries surveyed, Poland ranks fifth in terms of AI adoption in the workplace. Nearly 46% of Polish specialists admit to using AI at work—more than in Ireland, the Netherlands, or France. Globally, professionals are eager to upskill in AI, and in Poland 85% said they would like to join training programs.
However, only 53% of Polish companies surveyed stated that they offer AI training to employees—lower than in countries like Canada (74%), the U.S. (63%), or Spain (61%), but higher than in France, the Netherlands, or the UK.
AI Already Reshaping the Workplace
AI is already changing how organizations and departments operate, affecting both required skills and the availability of jobs for less experienced workers. These roles are often the first to be automated. Professionals worldwide see the workplace on the brink of a revolution—some welcome AI as an opportunity to reduce workloads and open new possibilities, while others fear for their professional futures.
According to Hays Poland’s study “Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Poland in Comparison with Other Countries 2025”, Poland ranked second among countries with the most pessimistic views of AI’s impact on career prospects—only Hungary was more pessimistic. Asked whether AI would reduce job opportunities, 15% of Polish respondents said “definitely yes,” and 33% said “yes.”
Do you fear fewer job opportunities due to AI? (Poland)
- Definitely yes: 13%
- Yes: 53%
- No: 29%
- Definitely no: 5%
By contrast, workers in Chile, Brazil, and Mexico were among the least pessimistic, with only 15–19% expressing such concerns. The Hays study, conducted between late 2024 and early 2025, surveyed over 45,000 employees and employers across 23 countries.
Why Are Poles So Concerned?
One reason may be their relatively high exposure to AI. With nearly half of professionals already using AI in their jobs, many understand the technology’s capabilities and see that it could already replace part of their daily tasks.
“Poles are increasingly using AI tools in both their private and professional lives. They know that AI could already perform 30–40% of their daily tasks. This naturally raises concerns about how soon such capabilities could affect their career prospects,” said Łukasz Grzeszczyk, Executive Director for Central and Eastern Europe at Hays.
Fears Turn Into Motivation to Learn
Grzeszczyk notes that such concerns can have a positive effect—driving professionals to expand their skills.
“We observe that worries about AI encourage professionals to upskill, both in AI-related capabilities and in soft skills that technology is unlikely to replace. Instead of passively waiting, they take action to prepare for the coming changes,” he explained.
Globally, professionals are eager to learn AI skills, and in Poland 85% want to join upskilling and reskilling programs to prepare for AI integration in the workplace. Still, only about half of companies provide such opportunities. While Polish employers compare favorably to some countries, many could do more to prepare their workforce for future challenges.
“Investing in the development of employees whose roles are most at risk of automation allows companies to retain their potential and organizational knowledge. Offering reskilling or AI-related training alongside recruitment can form a dual strategy to meet skill needs,” Grzeszczyk concluded.
About the Report
The Hays Poland publication “Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Poland in Comparison with Other Countries 2025” is based on research conducted between late 2024 and early 2025 among more than 45,000 specialists, managers, and employers in 23 countries. The findings were first presented in national editions of Hays salary reports. The study aims to highlight the opportunities and risks professionals and companies see in implementing AI at work.
Source: CEO.com.pl
