Using AI for job applications: Does it help you get hired? -Sarah Green Carmichael

Artificial intelligence is transforming job applications, with nearly half of recent hires using AI tools. According to surveys, many Gen Z job seekers use ChatGPT for resumes and cover letters. While opinions vary from "That's cheating!" to "That's smart," experts suggest using AI for refining self-written drafts rather than generating them from scratch. As AI helps streamline applications, honesty about its use becomes crucial. Attitudes toward AI are evolving, and its acceptance as a legitimate work tool is growing.

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By Sarah Green Carmichael

Artificial intelligence is already making it easier for workers to put together a job application. The jury's still out on whether it's also making it easier for them to get the job.

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