Helpful AI prompts for your next job search
BERLIN: Looking for a new job is a full-time job in itself, and one that can test your nerves. But this is where AI has become a valuable companion, helping you save time on your job hunt.
Indeed, AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot and Perplexity can be cleverly used to simplify the job search process, says Guido Sieber, managing director at a Germany-based recruitment agency.
1. Finding the right job vacancies
One way to use AI is for job searching. There are plenty of job platforms, but going through each one individually to find suitable vacancies takes time.
This is where AI chatbots can help. Sieber advises starting with precise job queries, such as: "Find current job offers for financial accountants in X city with a remote working option." The more specific the query, the better the results are likely to be.
For those wanting to learn more about employers in their desired industry, Sieber suggests trying prompts like: "List the top five employers for IT security in X country."
According to the recruitment expert, it is important to refine all queries during a chat session with the AI. "The first answer is rarely perfect," Sieber says.
AI can also be used to improve application documents. In the next step, AI tools can help optimise CVs and tailor them to the desired job. Suitable prompts include: "What skills are currently most frequently sought in job advertisements for UX designers?"
This can help identify trends in the targeted field and align applications with the requirements. "Draft a cover letter for a junior controller position based on this job advert. Highlight my experience with SAP and Excel."
2. Adapt your cover letter to the job
By providing the job advert to the AI chatbot, applicants can improve their cover letters with the response.
"Analyse my CV for potential red flags that HR managers might view negatively." This allows the AI to check the application for possible weaknesses.
However, Sieber notes that overly general queries, such as "Improve my CV," provide too little context to be helpful.
3. Use AI to prepare for your interview
AI can also assist in preparing for job interviews, and chatbots can serve as effective training partners for interviews. Sieber suggests prompts such as: "What questions are frequently asked in interviews for data analysts?"
"Simulate an interview for a position in human resources with questions about my recruiting experience."
"How can I convincingly answer a question about my salary expectations?"
The AI can also provide feedback on the applicant's responses upon request.
Sieber says that AI should only be used as a tool in the application process. All suggestions must be critically reviewed and adapted to your personal style, as HR managers are quick to discard generic documents.
Additionally, you may want to check the data protection policies and options for limiting data usage of the AI tool you've chosen.
Sensitive data, as well as complete application documents, should not be entered into the chat. It is better to work with snippets and anonymised versions. – dpa
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