AI has become a valuable tool for job seekers, providing more support than ever. AI can aid individuals throughout the application and interview process, helping to reduce stress and boost confidence before interviews.
All About Cookies, a digital privacy organization that provides educational resources, discovered 28% of job seekers rely on AI for writing their resumes, and 26% use AI for interview preparation and/or cover letters.
Most job seekers agree generative AI can be used to:
- Create mock interview questions: 75% U.S., 73% Canada
- Draft resumes and cover letters: 71% U.S., 68% Canada
- Create work samples: 62% U.S., 63% Canada
- Write outreach responses, like initial and follow-up emails: 62% U.S., 60% Canada
Resume Enhancement
In today’s competitive job market, crafting a strong resume is essential to distinguishing yourself from others. While the process of writing a resume may seem overwhelming and time-consuming, remember that your effort could lead you to new job opportunities. AI can help you create a tailored resume for the job you’re applying for, especially if the company’s HR department uses AI to review resumes. By customizing keywords in your skills and summary sections, you can make your resume stand out to hiring managers. If you’re unsure whether your resume looks appealing, AI can also format it to enhance readability and add a professional style.
Elevate Your LinkedIn Profile
The AI LinkedIn Profile Tool is available on LinkedIn for users with a premium account. This tool provides suggestions to enhance your headline, about section, and experience. Your LinkedIn profile should be customized for your industry by including relevant industry keywords. This will amplify visibility on the platform and attract recruiters to your profile. AI tools can also design a professional photo to make your profile more noticeable.
Strategically Use Job Matching Platforms
Are you having difficulty finding relevant job openings? If so, Express Employment Professionals can assist you. Express adds a personal touch to hiring that AI can’t replicate. When you work with Express, you build a relationship with a team of employment professionals in your community who have, in turn, built personal relationships with the businesses that are hiring. Express is more than just a place to find a job. Start your job search by downloading the ExpressJobs app! Other AI job matching platforms are also available. Many platforms submit your application, create preference-based matching, track each application, and personalize emails to recruiters.
Interview Preparation and Follow-Up Questions
Successfully navigating an interview requires preparation, as it not only enhances your knowledge of the role but also significantly boosts your confidence. Here are ways to use AI to prepare for an interview:
- Research the industry, company, and the market.
- Ask AI for potential interview questions based on the job description, company culture, and mission statement, and how you should answer these questions.
- Rehearse mock interviews.
As always, when using AI, take the time to review and make sure the information is correct.
About Express Employment International
Express Employment International supports the Express Employment Professionals franchise and affiliated brands, including Specialized Recruiting Group and Express Healthcare Staffing. The Express franchise brand is an industry-leading, international staffing company with franchise locations in the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
To provide accurate and timely employment forecasts for business leaders, Express Employment Professionals commissions an ongoing Job Insights survey to track employment and hiring trends across a wide range of industries. The Job Insights survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Express Employment Professionals between June 13 and June 26, 2023, among 1,010 U.S. hiring decision-makers.
