Artificial Intelligence: new tools for your job search
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work and also the way we look for work.
AI tools can support you at every stage of your job search, from crafting your CV to preparing for interviews.
Main AI tools
Today, a range of powerful AI tools is freely available, each offering unique capabilities.
Here are the main ones you can try:
How do these tools work?
These AI assistants are large language model (LLM)-based chatbots, trained on vast amounts of data to understand and generate human language outputs.
You interact with them through a simple chat interface directly from your browser, with no technical setup required and the tool generates tailored responses to your questions (prompts).
Tips for effective use
We suggest you use the potential offered by these AI tools to search for an internship or job, but we also recommend that you:
- write comprehensive inquiries that are very specific to your personal situation and to the employer;
- interact with the tool several times to improve the quality of the output;
- check and edit the AI-generated output before using it in your application materials;
- place equal emphasis on preparing your communication skills for the interview;
- as with any other online service, be careful about sharing sensitive personal data.
It's important to remember that AI tools are not authoritative sources.
The information they provide doesn't always reference its source, so we recommend double-checking the content and comparing it with multiple authoritative sources.
How AI can support your job search
1. Create your resume
You can use an AI tool to help draft or refine your CV. All you have to do is input your basic information such as your studies, skills, experience, and future goals. The tool will then generate a customized resume for you automatically.
2. Create an effective cover letter
AI assistants can help you draft compelling cover letters tailored to a specific role or company, saving you time while giving you a strong starting point to personalize.
3. Draw up a list of roles/jobs most in line with your studies
If you want to identify which existing roles are in line with your educational background or in a particular job field, AI tools can generate a list of relevant roles with descriptions — a great way to explore your options.
4. Draw up a list of "target" companies
AI tools can also help in creating a list of "target" companies based on your studies and interests. However, it's important to verify the accuracy of this list by checking the websites of each company. Nevertheless, this can be a useful starting point to identify potential employers that are hiring for the specific role you are seeking and are located in your desired geographic area.
5. Prepare for interviews
An additional helpful feature is the option to generate a list of commonly asked interview questions and unique, attention-grabbing questions to ask recruiters.
AI tools can offer a comprehensive list of questions, even including tricky ones, and provide useful advice for preparing for the interview.
Useful links
- Plan your career path — Claude (Anthropic)
- Career Dreamer — Gemini (Google)
- Let Copilot help you choose a career — Copilot (Microsoft)
Suggested reading: The Post-COVID-19 Job Market: AI in Recruitment and Career Guidance Services.