Boosting Your Job Search with AI

We know there’s a lot to consider when looking for a new job. Thanks to a few economic shake-ups and reminders of what’s important, it could also be taking a little longer to find the perfect fit too.

In last week’s article, we looked at how AI technology is having an impact on the workforce, and we asked ChatGPT for suggestions on what you should be upskilling in to ensure you stay competitive. But what about your job search – is it possible Artificial Intelligence (AI) can assist with navigating this process to help save time and put your best foot forward?

This week we explore some of the AI tools designed to help you navigate the job search process, streamline your applications, and ace your interviews. But before we dive into the apps, as recruiters, it would be remiss of us not to take a moment to understand the best practices and ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in this context.

Best Practices and Ethics in AI Job Search Tools

When utilizing AI apps for job searching, it’s important to keep a few best practices in mind:

Transparency: Look for AI apps that provide clear information about how they work and what data they collect. Transparency builds trust and ensures that you have a better understanding of the technology behind the scenes.

Data Privacy: Ensure that the AI apps you use prioritise data privacy and adhere to legal regulations. It’s essential that your personal information and data remain protected while using them.

Fairness and Bias: AI algorithms are trained on vast amounts of data, and they can inadvertently perpetuate biases present in that data. While this may be more relevant on the other side of the recruitment process, it’s important to be aware of biases in any output and proofread your work before submitting it.

Human Touch: While AI apps can provide valuable assistance, remember that they should complement, not replace, human input. Remember to always add your personal touch to job applications to ensure you’re presenting yourself on paper.

Plagiarism: Remember that not all AI is created equal, and ultimately it’s pulling data from someone on the web. So never copy and paste to ensure your resume or other content reflects your and not another applicant’s.

So now that we’ve covered the best practices and ethics, let’s explore some AI tools that you may want to try in your job search experience.

Smart Job Search Assistants

Imagine having a personal job search assistant by your side, available 24/7. AI-powered job search assistants can help you discover relevant job opportunities, filter search results based on your preferences, and provide insights into the job market. They save you time and effort by delivering customised job recommendations straight to your inbox or app. You might already be using LinkedIn’s Job Search which is a great example. While our own job alerts are slightly different in terms of tech, we’ll add it here because we can and because it’s a great time-saving tool!

Resume Optimisation Tools

Crafting a compelling resume is crucial to your job search, and AI tools can be your secret weapon. Resume writers have been around for much longer than AI as it’s common to not have the confidence to write about yourself and your achievements. It sometimes takes a little word wizardry to make magic!

These tools can analyse job descriptions, identify keywords, and suggest improvements to optimise your resume for applicant tracking systems (ATS) used by recruiters. With AI-powered resume optimisation, you could potentially increase your chances of catching the attention of recruiters and landing an interview. Some examples of apps we’ve found that are worth checking out include JobScan and ResyMatch.

Interview Preparation Coaches

Nervous about interviews? Then you might find AI-powered interview preparation coaches useful to help boost your confidence! These apps simulate interview scenarios, provide feedback on your answers, and offer tips to enhance your performance. With their guidance, you can practice answering common interview questions, refine your responses, and feel more prepared when the big day arrives. Creepy? A little. But if it’s been a while since you sat in an interview then it could be worth a try. Check out MyInterview or Interviewing.io to get started.

Video Interview Analysis Platforms

Video interviews have become increasingly more common, and AI analysis platforms can help you shine. These apps use AI algorithms to assess your video interview performance, analysing factors such as body language, tone of voice, and content delivery. They provide valuable feedback to help you improve your presentation skills and make a memorable impression on potential employers. Want to give it a go? Check out HireVue or Talview and watch your video interview skills improve!

So what do you think – would you give some of them a try? There’s no doubt that these tools could be useful in your job search, but if the technology is new to you and you’re already strapped for time, it may be best to choose just one (or none) as you might spend more time trying to learn how to use it! But by adopting best practices and considering ethical considerations, there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t leverage the power of AI to enhance your chances of success. We say go for it and good luck!