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Jobhunters Flood Recruiters with AI-Generated CVs

CosmicTaco · 2024-08-13T15:28:15.014709+05:30

- About half of all job seekers are using AI tools to apply for roles, overwhelming employers with low-quality applications. - Generative AI, like ChatGPT, is being used to write CVs, cover letters, and complete assessments, leading to a higher volume of applications. - Recruiters report that AI-generated applications are often easy to detect due to generic language and American grammar. - Many large employers, including the Big Four accountants, have a zero-tolerance policy towards AI use in applications. - Surveys indicate that a significant number of job seekers, especially younger ones, are using AI to cheat on recruitment assessments. Source: [FT](https://www.ft.com/content/30a032dd-bdaa-4aee-bc51-754867abbde0)

About half of all job seekers are using AI tools to apply for roles, overwhelming employers with low-quality applications.
Generative AI, like ChatGPT, is being used to write CVs, cover letters, and complete assessments, leading to a higher volume of applications.
Recruiters report that AI-generated applications are often easy to detect due to generic language and American grammar.
Many large employers, including the Big Four accountants, have a zero-tolerance policy towards AI use in applications.
Surveys indicate that a significant number of job seekers, especially younger ones, are using AI to cheat on recruitment assessments.

Source: FT