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Entering the job market can sometimes feel daunting, especially when there is a lot of news about how artificial intelligence can disrupt the workplace.
Three years ago, the launch of ChatGpt caused a whirlwind of spending by large technology companies and businesses with new AI systems. This led to reports that companies were reducing the number of entry-level jobs. After all, some prompts and some tools can produce research and zippy quotes.
“It can feel strange to apply for a job right after leaving school. Just as everything needs to compete with robots, you are not. You really show up like you – curious, happy to learn, human. That’s something AI can’t do.”
FT asks experts to help guide you through creating applications online with the help of AI-enabled tools.
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Christine Cruzvergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer at Handshake, a graduate employment platform, says accessing the school’s career services and talking to advisors can help you start thinking about the types of roles you can apply to.
You should also ask anyone you know by tapping on teachers, former students at school, family friends, or even a LinkedIn expert to get advice.
Open your mind when it comes to thinking about the types of roles you may consider. “Opportunities may come from unexpected places, and your first job is not your eternal work,” says Cruzbergara.
Looking for work online
Once you have a general idea of what you want to apply for, it’s worth bumping into the Job Listing platform. The two biggest ones are LinkedIn. This is the perfect place to grow your professional network.
While some platforms are aimed at starter audiences such as handshakes, Craigslist and Facebook are useful if you’re looking for work near your home. Large companies also list jobs on their websites.
Navigate the digital world
“It’s all about being strategic when it comes to job hunting,” says Catherine Fisher, a career expert at LinkedIn. “Focus on your skills, experience, and of course, what you want!”
The platform has begun rolling out new AI features that should sift through thousands of lists online.
You can write in “natural language” on LinkedIn. You can search by writing questions and ideas such as “Find entry-level jobs in banking and finance” and “What job lists would look fun for people aged 17-18?”
However, we will carefully conduct approach listings. The opportunity to require advance payment is almost certainly a scam. Also, don’t take your eyes off of fake recruiter profiles. Look at the number of connections they have and whether they exist online and elsewhere.
If you are in doubt, contact the company where you posted the ad to make sure the role and recruiter is present.
Role study
Recruiters say they need to focus on nailing the following: no targets and personalized errors. You’re unlikely to hear a reply in a typical application, so do lots of research into your company and its status.
A new “deep search” tool that searches a wide range of sources and provides more comprehensive answers has been included in updates from AI developers, including OpenAI (runs ChatGPT) and humanity, in the past year that is built into popular chatbots. Some platforms, including Prplexity, offer these features for free and have usage limits.
Guided by clear prompts, these tools can help you provide insightful information about your employer and job.
You will be engaged repeatedly (and possibly using the voice function) to ask these digital assistants about their specific roles and build an understanding of the company.
Go beyond reference facts to sources such as your company website, academic journals, and reliable news outlets.
Put together the application
When exporting an application – this may consist of cover letters, tasks, a series of questions, and even videos, but it is important to link past experiences, including extracurricular activities and internships, to the specific skills your employer has set up in your job description.
A good research means you need to be confident when writing an application. Get AI tools and be careful not to write down the entire application on your behalf. Instead, they use chatgpt and Claude of Mankind as aides to figure out how to answer the questions.
Some employers have rules that block the use of AI tools during applications, especially for online testing and exercises. Read the listing terminology carefully to ensure that your application is not obsolete.
It’s likely that this is your first job, so it’s not harmful to communicate enthusiasm and willingness to get stuck.
“Employers don’t just value your experience. They’re looking for qualities like curiosity, confidence and communication,” says Harshal Varpe. “It shows you that you are truly interested in learning, and how you contribute.”
All you need to do afterwards is Press Submit.
