AI Resume Writing Tips: How to Craft a Resume That Will Get You Noticed

Your resume is your first chance to make a good impression on a potential employer, so it’s important to make sure it’s both well-written and tailored to the specific job you’re applying for.  

In this blog post, we’ll discuss the most important factors to consider when writing your resume and provide tips for how to use generative artificial intelligence (AI) to help you make it stand out from the competition. 

Essential elements of a resume  

Contact information 

This should include your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. You may also want to include your LinkedIn profile URL. 

Professional summary or objective 

This is a brief statement that highlights your skills and experience, and what you are looking for in a job. When you write your resume summary, tailor it to the job you are applying for. Watch this brief video to learn how you can use AI tools to help you write a strong summary statement.  

Experience and skills 

List your previous jobs in reverse chronological order, starting with your most recent job. You’ll want to include the company’s name, your job title, and dates of employment. For each job, list your key responsibilities and accomplishments. List your hard skills (such as proficiency in specific software programs) and soft skills (such as communication and teamwork). Highlight the skills that are most relevant to the position and be sure to quantify your accomplishments whenever possible. This will help employers see the value you can bring to their company. Watch this video to see how you can use AI tools to fine-tune your skills section.  

Education 

List your educational background, including the school’s name, degree, and attendance dates.  

Awards, honors and volunteer experience  

List any awards or honors you have received, both academic and professional. This is also where you can share any relevant volunteer experience.  

Publications 

If you have published any articles, books, or other works, list them here. 

References 

You can list your references at the end of your resume, or you can let the employer know that you will provide references upon request. 

How to Optimize Your Resume Using AI 

Keywords 

Use keywords throughout your resume pertinent to the job you’re applying for. This will help your resume get noticed by applicant tracking systems (ATS). To learn how to use AI tools like Chat GPT to identify resume keywords, click here.  

Formatting 

Make sure your resume is well-formatted, succinct, and easy to read. Use clear headings and subheadings and avoid using too much text. Click here to learn how AI tools can help you format and organize your resume clearly and concisely. 

Final tips for writing a strong resume 

Proofread, then proofread again 

Proofread your resume carefully before submitting it, as typos and grammatical errors make a bad impression on employers. Ask a trusted friend or family member to review your resume before submitting. 

Additional tips for writing a strong resume: 

• Use clear and concise language 
• Be honest and accurate 
• Use bullet points to highlight your skills and experience 
• Quantify your accomplishments whenever possible 

It’s important to tailor your resume to each job you apply for. Remember to highlight the skills and experience that are most relevant to the job and use keywords from the job posting throughout your resume. 

By following these tips, you can craft a resume that will get you noticed! 

For even more of our AI resume tips, click here.