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AI and hiring
If you’ve been applying to jobs as an early-career professional, you may have wondered why your resume isn’t getting any responses. The truth is, your resume might never even reach a human recruiter. Many companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)—AI-powered software that screens, ranks, and sometimes automatically filters out applications before anyone sets eyes on them. Understanding how ATS works can make the difference between a resume that gets ignored and one that opens doors.
In today’s digital world, AI can generate a polished resume in seconds. For early-career candidates, this promise of speed and ease is tempting, especially if you’re unsure how to frame internships, projects, or part-time experience. But just because AI can write a resume doesn’t mean it’s the best option. Without strategy, context, and a human touch, your AI-generated resume may fail to capture what truly makes you stand out.
AI is now everywhere in hiring, from resume scans to video interview evaluations. And for new grads and early-career professionals, that can be rough. Especially when you consider the impact your early jobs have on the trajectory of your career.
