Can We 'Take Off Confucian Robes'? - A Study on the Impact of AI on Employability Among College Students in Shanghai

With the rapid development of science and technology, artificial intelligence(AI) technology has gradually penetrated into various fields, having a profound impact on the global economy, society and personal life. In this context, college students as the future pillars of the country, their employment problem has always been the focus of social attention. This paper aims to explore the influence of artificial intelligence on the employment ability of college students, analyze the opportunities and challenges faced by college students in the era of artificial intelligence, and provide useful reference for higher education and talent training in China.As future contributors to national development, college students and their employability are now a pressing social concern. This study investigates how AI influences students’readiness for the workforce, highlighting both the potential opportunities and significant challenges they encounter. From the perspectives of artificial intelligence quotient(AIQ),college students' employment ability, self-acceptance and improvement ability,the research offers practical insights for improving education and talent cultivation in China, aiming to better equip students for an AI-driven future.