Keely Goodall4 March 2025 | 10:36

How to use AI to optimise your job search

From finetuning your CV to interview prep, AI can be a useful tool.

How to use AI to optimise your job search

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AI can be a useful tool when searching for jobs.

It can help write your CV, automate networking emails, impress hiring managers and secure interviews.

As a job seeker, you can use AI to optimise your CV.

“It is a massive time saver. It can help you improve the grammar, make sure there are no mistakes, and make it look better overall.” 
- Advaita Naidoo, Jack Hammer Global

By using the keywords for the job description, you can ensure an organisation's AI-powered Applicant Tracking System (ATS) picks up your CV.

AI can also help you prepare for interviews.

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Platforms such as InterviewSchool provide job seekers with mock interviews and give AI-driven feedback on their responses to help them improve before the interview.

While AI can help a lot along the way, Naidoo says the human connection aspect of a job interview is incredibly important and you should not rely on AI too heavily.

Scroll up to the audio player to listen to the interview.