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Using AI to Boost Your Job Search
Start
"I feel like I'm competing with AI"
01
"The job market feels crowded."
The Job Market Reality
"Employers are using AI too."
Select each of magnifying glasses on the left to learn more about how people are using AI already.
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NEXT
With so many candidates and AI in the mix, how you use AI makes all the difference.
Let's learn how to do it well
02
Employers are pre-screening candidates.
Analysing video interviews.
They use AI to send automated emails.
How are Employers using AI?
Applicant tracking systems (ATS) scan CVs for key words that match the job post.
Recruiters use AI chatbots to send updates about the role, schedule interviews, and answer FAQs.
Employers use AI to analyse things like speech rate, clarity and filler words.
Employers are using AI too. Let's explore how to stay ahead of the competition. Use the lightbulbs to discover advice!
BACK
NEXT
03
How to use AI well.
Use the CLEAR method to write better AI prompts. Select each of the letters to explore each step of the CLEAR method for better AI prompts.
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NEXT
DO:
DON'T:
Don't copy AI written text into your application.
Applications
Use AI to improve clarity and spot missing keywords.
CVs, cover letters, applications
AI Do's and Don'ts
Use AI to generate practice interview questions.
Read AI generated answers word-for-word in interviews.
Interviews
Compare the 'DOs' and 'DON’Ts' on the left to learn what employers expect... Select the Stars to learn more and reveal the worst ways to use AI in your job search.
Use AI to improve sections of your profile.
Paste a generic AI summary into your profile.
LinkedIn
Professional networking platform
BACK
NEXT
Use AI to research skills, roles, and industries.
Follow AI job advice without checking it.
Job search Strategy
04
Are you ready to use AI in your job search?
Test what you've learned about how to use AI confidently and responsibly in your job search.
04
Are you ready to use AI in your job search?
Test what you've learned about how to use AI confidently and responsibly in your job search.
04
Are you ready to use AI in your job search?
Test what you've learned about how to use AI confidently and responsibly in your job search.
Course Complete
Next Steps
Get personalised CV feedback via CareerSetPractise interviews with Shortlist.MeBook a Careers appointment through Career Lab
You now know how to use AI confidently (and responsibly) in your job search.
Remember: AI is a tool to support your voice, not replace it.
Give us your feedback
Elaborate
Add details so AI knows what to focus on.
Example:
"Highlight teamwork and leadership skills."
28%
of employers use AI to screen candidates.*
Including interview analysis & applicant tracking.
Your future employer might be using AI too. Understanding how AI reads your CV helps you to get noticed.
Advice
Use AI to check your CV for missing keywords
so that ATS tools can find you.
Try this Prompt
"Compare my CV to this job description. List keywords that are missing from my CV".
Context
Give background so AI understands your situation.
Example:
"I'm a final year Finance student applying for analyst roles in the UK."
Advice
Be authentic! Your real personality is more impactful than a script.
Practice with Shortlist.me to get AI feedback before your real interview.
Try this Prompt
"List 20 potential interview questions for a [job title] based on this job description"
Assume
Tell AI what assumptions to make when genertaing content.
Example:
"Assume I have part-time customer service experience."
140
applications on average per graduate role. *
That's you.
Standing out takes more than just a strong CV. It takes strategy.
Limit
Set boundaries so AI gives you the format or length you need.
Example:
"Write this in under 80 words."
Advice
Be on alert! Don't ignore automated emails.
Check your junk mail - some automated emails look like spam but they might be real.
Redirect
Refine the output until it matches your voice and needs.
Example:
"Make this sound more confident but still natural."
53%
of applicants are already using AI.*
That's more than half
AI isn't a secret tool anymore, it's becoming standard practie. The real difference is how well you use it.
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Hire Intelligence
Using AI to Boost Your Job Search
Start
"I feel like I'm competing with AI"
01
"The job market feels crowded."
The Job Market Reality
"Employers are using AI too."
Select each of magnifying glasses on the left to learn more about how people are using AI already.
BACK
NEXT
With so many candidates and AI in the mix, how you use AI makes all the difference.
Let's learn how to do it well
02
Employers are pre-screening candidates.
Analysing video interviews.
They use AI to send automated emails.
How are Employers using AI?
Applicant tracking systems (ATS) scan CVs for key words that match the job post.
Recruiters use AI chatbots to send updates about the role, schedule interviews, and answer FAQs.
Employers use AI to analyse things like speech rate, clarity and filler words.
Employers are using AI too. Let's explore how to stay ahead of the competition. Use the lightbulbs to discover advice!
BACK
NEXT
03
How to use AI well.
Use the CLEAR method to write better AI prompts. Select each of the letters to explore each step of the CLEAR method for better AI prompts.
BACK
NEXT
DO:
DON'T:
Don't copy AI written text into your application.
Applications
Use AI to improve clarity and spot missing keywords.
CVs, cover letters, applications
AI Do's and Don'ts
Use AI to generate practice interview questions.
Read AI generated answers word-for-word in interviews.
Interviews
Compare the 'DOs' and 'DON’Ts' on the left to learn what employers expect... Select the Stars to learn more and reveal the worst ways to use AI in your job search.
Use AI to improve sections of your profile.
Paste a generic AI summary into your profile.
LinkedIn
Professional networking platform
BACK
NEXT
Use AI to research skills, roles, and industries.
Follow AI job advice without checking it.
Job search Strategy
04
Are you ready to use AI in your job search?
Test what you've learned about how to use AI confidently and responsibly in your job search.
04
Are you ready to use AI in your job search?
Test what you've learned about how to use AI confidently and responsibly in your job search.
04
Are you ready to use AI in your job search?
Test what you've learned about how to use AI confidently and responsibly in your job search.
Course Complete
Next Steps
Get personalised CV feedback via CareerSetPractise interviews with Shortlist.MeBook a Careers appointment through Career Lab
You now know how to use AI confidently (and responsibly) in your job search.
Remember: AI is a tool to support your voice, not replace it.
Give us your feedback
Elaborate
Add details so AI knows what to focus on.
Example:
"Highlight teamwork and leadership skills."
28%
of employers use AI to screen candidates.*
Including interview analysis & applicant tracking.
Your future employer might be using AI too. Understanding how AI reads your CV helps you to get noticed.
Advice
Use AI to check your CV for missing keywords
so that ATS tools can find you.
Try this Prompt
"Compare my CV to this job description. List keywords that are missing from my CV".
Context
Give background so AI understands your situation.
Example:
"I'm a final year Finance student applying for analyst roles in the UK."
Advice
Be authentic! Your real personality is more impactful than a script.
Practice with Shortlist.me to get AI feedback before your real interview.
Try this Prompt
"List 20 potential interview questions for a [job title] based on this job description"
Assume
Tell AI what assumptions to make when genertaing content.
Example:
"Assume I have part-time customer service experience."
140
applications on average per graduate role. *
That's you.
Standing out takes more than just a strong CV. It takes strategy.
Limit
Set boundaries so AI gives you the format or length you need.
Example:
"Write this in under 80 words."
Advice
Be on alert! Don't ignore automated emails.
Check your junk mail - some automated emails look like spam but they might be real.
Redirect
Refine the output until it matches your voice and needs.
Example:
"Make this sound more confident but still natural."
53%
of applicants are already using AI.*
That's more than half
AI isn't a secret tool anymore, it's becoming standard practie. The real difference is how well you use it.