By michael vivar
Writing a resume can be frustrating. Finding the right words, tailoring for different jobs and ensuring it passes applicant tracking systems (ATS) can feel overwhelming.
That's where ChatGPT can help. You can quickly refine a resume and make sure applications stand out to recruiters. The trick is to use the correct prompts.
Think of prompts like search engine terms. Using more specific details will always elicit better results.
Consider generating a few AI drafts with different prompt verbiage. The first output may not be the most useful and sometimes it's best to synthesize multiple versions.
ChatGPT is merely an assistant for writing. Always review and personalize generated content or your resume will be too generic. Here are helpful prompt examples.
"Write a professional resume summary for a [job] with [years] of experience in [industry]. Focus on key skills in [skills], accomplishments and career goals. Keep it under 100 words."
"Rewrite this job description into 3-5 bullet points that emphasize accomplishments and measurable results: [paste job description]. Make each bullet start with an action verb."
"Analyze this job description: [paste job description]. Identify the most important keywords and suggest how I can naturally incorporate them into my resume."
"Modify my resume for a [job title] position at [company name]. Emphasize relevant skills and experience while aligning with the job description."
"Review my resume for clarity, conciseness and readability. Suggest improvements to formatting, wording and organization."