Free Brookdale Program Explores AI, Careers and the Changing Workforce

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the workplace, Brookdale Community College will offer a free virtual presentation designed to help students and community members better understand how AI is changing jobs, employer expectations and the skills needed to succeed.

“AI Literacy for Learning and Work” will be held virtually on Monday, November 23, from 8 to 9 a.m. The program is free and open to the community as a CCOG Tuition Free sponsored event. Register here for a link to the presentation.

The guest speaker will be Lindsay Fitzpatrick, founder of Future Fluency Labs. With 13 years of experience in recruiting and helping people prepare for changes in the workplace, Fitzpatrick will share useful tips for building skills and preparing for future careers.

“The future of work isn’t just about using AI. It’s about knowing what you can do, how AI can strengthen those abilities, and how to build a personal brand that clearly communicates your skills, experience, and value,” said Jorge Terreros, director of CCOG Community Engagement in Brookdale’s Office of Governmental Affairs & Community Relations. Terreros also teaches the MRKT 101 course hosting the presentation.

The presentation will focus on more than just using AI tools. It will help participants understand how AI is changing daily job tasks, what new skills they may need and how to show employers what they can do.

Fitzpatrick will share real-life examples of how AI is being used at work and how employees can keep up with these changes. Participants will also learn how to highlight their strengths using examples from school assignments, projects and work experience.

The program will also explore how AI is changing the way companies hire employees and what employers expect from job applicants. Attendees will learn how to use AI to support their education and career goals, along with important questions to ask when choosing classes, exploring careers or applying for jobs.

By offering this free event to the community, Brookdale hopes to help students, job seekers and working professionals gain the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in a workplace shaped by AI.