AI Competencies in Technical Communication: A Study of Hiring Trends and Educational Implications
Abstract
This study analyzes 200 technical communication job postings from three U.S. cities to examine how employers define artificial intelligence (AI) competencies. Findings reveal increasing demand for AI familiarity, especially in content-focused roles and larger markets, though language describing AI skills remains inconsistent. Traditional skills remain essential. We conclude with recommendations for integrating AI instruction into technical communication curricula to better prepare students for a workplace shaped by emerging AI technologies.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Diverse Interdisciplinary Research Innovations
Ethics and Social Impacts of AI
AI in Service Interactions
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Technical Communication Quarterly
- Publisher
- Informa UK Limited
- Pages
- 1–13
- Publication date
- 10 February 2026
- Language
- EN