For years now, job candidates have been looking for ways to beat the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Candidates know when applications go into the ATS, they are read by a bot. If a keyword match is found, the application is more likely to be seen by a human. An application with no match will likely be lost to the ATS black hole.
Like the light that can no longer escape a black hole, an ATS can block out the important nuances of an individual’s work experience. This is a combination that is bad for the human applicant and bad for the business of humans who are looking to hire.
Looking to beat AI at its own game, job candidates are employing AI in auto apply tools to automate the job application process. As a result, businesses are receiving a growing number of applications and are left wondering if they were sent by a human or a bot.
As AI grows more sophisticated, so do the tools. Job candidates can employ AI algorithms to analyze their skills, experience and preferences from the point of view of a bot. Armed with this info, AI can optimize resumes and cover letters that should improve the chance of landing a job.
An AI-generated list shows how easy it can be to find an AI application tool.
- AIApply: Generate personalized cover letters, rewrite resumes and create follow-up emails for each job application, plus interview prep tools and translation into multiple languages.
- LazyApply: One-click application method that works with LinkedIn and Indeed. Fill out job applications automatically and get cover letter examples and a cover letter generator.
- AutoApply.Jobs: AI creates stand out job applications, including tailored resumes and cover letters. An upgraded version, JobBoardAI offers an AI-powered job board to match skills with relevant positions.
- Loopcv: The platform searches for jobs, and AI applies on your behalf, or you can apply manually. Stats supply info on email open rate and the resumes that gather the most attention.
- JobCopilot: Apply to verified jobs on official company career pages with tips for resume improvement and cover letter generation services.
- Teemo AI Auto Apply: A Chrome extension to automate and autofill job applications on LinkedIn with the Easy Apply feature.
While these tools are increasing in use, it remains to be seen if they are increasing in quality. AI will not notice the nuance of soft skills. For example, a candidate looking to step back in a role or assume less responsibility will often be overlooked and believed to be “overqualified” by the system.
