Diana Gehlhaus

Oct 6, 2023 | rand.org | Diana Gehlhaus |James Ryseff |Jack Corrigan

Technical talent—individuals in computer and mathematical occupations who make up a large share of the AI workforce—is essential to U.S. innovation and growth. The mobility of this talent is also essential, as the movement of technical talent promotes the diffusion of ideas, expands professional networks, and spurs the development of innovative products. Attracting these highly mobile tech workers is therefore critical to staying on the cutting edge of the technological frontier.