8 ways ChatGPT can help you land your dream job

If you are looking for a job or planning to upgrade your resume, look no further, in this article we bring ways you can use ChatGPT to brighten your prospects.

ChatGPT as a career counsellor

You can transform ChatGPT into your go-to career counsellor. Whether looking for a job right after college, or looking for career advancements in a particular field, ChatGPT can be your ultimate guide. The AI chatbot can offer some relevant options that align with your profile and preferences. 

You start by listing your skills, qualifications, experience, etc., and later ask for relevant jobs based on your profile. The results can be narrowed down further to relevant positions best suited to your preferences. The key lies in detailed prompts.

ChatGPT as job search engine

After you have decided on a field where you want to work, the next stage is using ChatGPT as a job search engine. Browsing through various job listings across gazillions of websites can be tedious and time-consuming. However, ChatGPT can eliminate this as it offers all the information in one place.

You simply need to input your skills, relevant job experience, preferred location, and other key details and ask ChatGPT to share job listings that suit your preferences.

Sample prompt:

“I’m a health and wellness writer with five years of experience seeking hybrid roles in the Delhi NCR area. Show me relevant job openings.”

Researching about companies

After spotting open positions, perhaps the next stage is some sleuthing. It is important to know about the company you are applying to, especially key information such as retention rates, the company’s current financial position, the average salary for a particular role, etc. A simple internet search would be messy, as most of this information, including employee reviews, is often spread across various websites and forums, and some may even be behind paywalls.

ChatGPT dramatically reduces the time spent on these sites and allows a user to see the most relevant and public information about a company, all in one place. Along with a consolidated list of companies, users can also draw comparisons and opt for those that align with their preferences.

Sample prompt:

“I’m researching companies for a potential job switch and would like a consolidated overview. Please find and summarize the following details for [Company Name]:
– Employee retention rate or turnover trends
– Current financial standing (profit/loss, revenue trends)
– Average salary for [Job Role] in [Location]
– Company reviews or reputation on platforms like Glassdoor or Blind
– Any recent news that may affect its business stability (layoffs, acquisitions, controversies, etc.)

If possible, compare this company with 2 similar companies in the same industry. Make it easy to skim with bullet points or a short table.”

Your personal resume builder

Writing a resume can be a challenge, considering that one needs to keep it concise yet offer enough information about one’s work experience.  Below is a look at some vital parts of an ideal resume and how ChatGPT can help you achieve it.

Making a short but detailed description of yourself

One of the standout features of a resume would be the short intro or summary about yourself in the beginning. This short section offers a window into your personality and work experience, it is the the first thing that will likely be noticed by an employer. Hence, it is crucial to highlight your skills, experience, etc. The bigger challenge is to keep it crisp and concise, maybe up to 100 or 200 words.

Sample prompt:

“I am a (role name) and have (years of experience) in this role. I believe my most notable skills are (a few skills) that helped me (relevant achievements). Give me a (preferred word count) summary, incorporating these aspects into it.”

Creating a detailed work experience section

Work experience is vital for a resume. From proving suitability for a job to informing about your past projects, your experience will offer insights into your capabilities. Rather than merely listing each project, ChatGPT can help you add more detail and appeal. This can even be applied to entire job roles at a company, and can be fine-tuned yourself later.

Sample prompt for projects:

“I was a (your role) in (project name) while part of (company name). The project entailed (project summary). During the course of this project, I focused on (skills/ attributes/ responsibilities). Give me a summary of my experience in (format – either bullet points or specific word count)”

Sample prompt for specific role:

“While at (company name), I was a (role name), where I (role description). As part of this role, I focused on (skills as part of the role). Some of my major projects were (project names, alongside any achievements). Give me a summary of my experience in (format – either bullet points or specific word count)”

Resume reviewer

Once drafting your resume, it is advisable to have it reviewed by an expert. However, an expert may not be available at all times, ChatGPT can be your saviour. The chatbot can review, suggest changes, and even spot missing details. In order to make ChatGPT your reviewer, firstly login to your account, attach your updated resume and ask for a detailed review or feedback. 

Sample prompt:

“Based on the attached resume, give a critical overview. Identify areas of improvement, missing details, and recommend changes to make it more appealing to prospective employers.”

Mock interview partner

Once shortlisted, the next big thing is to prepare for the interview. It is important to make a good impression, however, interviews can be an intimidating experience. Most interview tips online may not be relevant for you. ChatGPT can be your guide as it can offer tips and mock questions. ChatGPT Voice Mode allows users to talk to it and enter a mock interview session.

To access ChatGPT Voice mode, log in to your ChatGPT, and click on the headphones icon in the bottom right corner. You can choose a voice, and start conversing with the chatbot. You can explain your job, offer some details, and ask ChatGPT to roleplay as the interviewer. After finishing the mock interview, you can even exit it to find a ‘transcription’ of the conversation in the chat window. This can allow you to revisit the interview later.

ChatGPT for professional headshots

Enhancing your resume is important; however, it is equally important how you present your professional profile. With advanced image capabilities, ChatGPT not only transforms images into dreamy visuals or Caravaggio-esque portraits, but it can also help you turn your ordinary photographs into stylish professional images that can be added to LinkedIn and even on one’s resume.

To create a professional headshot, take photos or choose from your image gallery. Afterward, please select the appropriate model, which in this instance is ChatGPT 4. Then, kindly upload the photo and proceed to compose your prompt. You can further refine the results based on the output.

Sample prompt: “Generate a professional headshot of the person in the attached pictures” or “Create a corporate headshot from this image.”