U.S. worker job engagement hits lowest level since 2011, new Gallup poll finds

Gallup's Q3 2026 poll shows U.S. worker engagement at its lowest since 2011, with a notable drop among remote and hybrid employees, especially in AI-adopting organizations. Engagement fell to 29%, down 2 points from the previous quarter, erasing most gains since 2020's peak. The survey sampled over 21,000 adults, highlighting declining morale and connection with supervisors.