Artificial intelligence (AI) has made job applications easier, but more competitive. Finding the right AI tools to customize your CV or cover letter and create a professional profile will set you apart from the crowd and help you impress recruiters. Explore this article to learn more about how to use AI to enhance your job application.
AI Tools For Job Applications
1. Grammar and Punctuation - Grammarly
No matter how great your English is, human beings are prone to error, and you are likely to make one or two mistakes unknowingly. Use Grammarly to avoid risking your resume or cover letter looking messy and unpolished. This tool will also help you ensure your titles and sentences are grammatically correct and everything is well punctuated.
You can get Grammarly by downloading it directly from their website using this link: https://www.grammarly.com/desktop/windows or adding it directly to Chrome through the Chrome Web Store. Grammarly is free, but users have the option to upgrade to the pro version.
2. Cover Letter - Careered AI
Creating your cover letter does not have to be a daunting process that drains all your energy. Simply use Careered AI and then edit it accordingly once you are done.
Using AI to create your cover letter and then applying for jobs immediately without editing and customizing it will not get you the desired results. Employers know how to detect low-effort applicants just by looking at the content and structure of their cover letters. You can access Careered AI using this link: https://www.careered.ai/tool/cover-letter. You will be required to input information about the job you are applying for and upload your CV first. Careered AI will then generate a customized cover letter for you that you can easily download.
3. Resume - Indeed Resume Builder
Indeed Resume Builder (IRB) is an amazing tool for job seekers in Kenya and beyond. The best part is that it is completely free. Hopefully, you read this article while it is still available and get to make the most out of it. You will not be able to access it from September 15, 2025, as it will have been discontinued.
IRB allows users create your resume either from scratch or by uploading an existing one. It suggests areas of improvement and you can use these suggestions to edit your resume. IRB also offers sample resumes and cover letters that you can use to enhance yours. You can either sign in or use the guest mode. Some features are limited under the guest option and your resume will be deleted after 48 hours. To access this tool, use the following link: https://www.resume.com/
4. Professional Online Profile - LinkedIn
Some employers use LinkedIn to conduct a background check on applicants to see if their information adds up, while others use it to identify and invite prospective job candidates for interviews. Therefore, you should always ensure your LinkedIn is optimized to increase your chances of securing your ideal job.
5. LinkedIN Optimization - ChatGPT
ChatGPT can help you create appealing headlines and summaries for your LinkedIn, showcase your achievements in previous positions, customize your URL, identify in-demand skills that are relevant to your industry, and make your profile stand out. In a highly competitive job market, you cannot afford to have a LinkedIn that is not optimized.
Conclusion
Gone are the days when job applicants would spend countless hours working on their CVs and cover letters and still not attain the desired results. AI has made the job application process much easier; job seekers are now able to create CVs and cover letters that show they are a good fit for the job, increasing their chances of getting invited for an interview and landing their dream job.
