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Summer internships are evolving from rote tasks like data input to involve utilizing AI to build and monitor complex workflows, such as developing marketing material drafts. While some companies are giving interns greater responsibility in creating new AI-driven systems, the article warns that this transformation of roles may be temporary and could lead to a shrinking career ladder. This shift presents both opportunities for those who play a tangible role in shaping company AI use, but also risks leaving subsequent cohorts dealing with rote or maintenance tasks.

AI is streamlining executive candidate searches by identifying unconventional talent and automating administrative tasks, but human elements like persuasion and cultural fit remain critical. Recruiters use AI to map markets, surface names, and analyze interview notes, though final hiring decisions depend on human judgment and trust.

Business Insider analyzed the highest-paying jobs in each U.S. state excluding doctors and nurses, finding chief executives and managers as top earners in many states. The study used Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for occupations with at least 1,000 employees, revealing roles like pilots and flight engineers also ranked highly in several states.

Matthew Siegel, a principal at Korn Ferry's executive search practice, identifies five common mistakes executives make in job interviews. These include reciting résumés without storytelling, diving into technical details, and failing to address career shortcomings. The article emphasizes the importance of strategic communication and self-awareness for C-suite candidates.