Job hunting has always been exhausting, and it gets more daunting with the emergence of AI in the current labor market. However, AI-powered tools might also just help you land a job. 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed the job market over the years. Many fear that it may displace people. However, others argue that AI must be seen as a tool rather than an enemy in labor.  It can also help you land a job, even your dream role. Here are some examples of how you can use AI to search for a job.

Say Cheese to Professional Photos

One universal experience among Filipino job hunters is the 1x1, or often 2x2, pictures taken from a computer shop or fresh from the Rush ID booths. Getting perfect studio pictures for a job application can be costly, but you can now have a professional headshot for free through an AI headshot generator.

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Canva provides a headshot generator that instantly transforms your favorite selfie into a glammed-up shot complete with formal attire, making it much easier for job hunters to have polished photos that can be printed immediately.

Here are other headshot generators that you can try 

1. BetterPic

2. AI SuitUp

3. Aragon.ai

4. Portrait Pal

5. Fotor

Create an Impressive Resume

Resumes are very important for recruiters--they let employers know if you’re fit for a certain position. AI tools can help you create a strong resume by providing ready-to-use templates applicable to every industry. They can generate keywords to fully define your work experiences and give suggestions on how to improve your resume.

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Tools like resumebuild.ai can simplify the resume creation process. Users just need to input job details and experiences to generate a fresh resume. There are also tools like resume.io that create compelling cover letters.

Here are other resume tools that you can try

1. Resume.io

2. Resume Build

3. Enhance CV

4. Resume Now

5. Canva Resume Maker

Prep for an Interview using a Simulator

Thinking about the perfect answers for a job interview can be challenging and nerve-wracking. Luckily, there are AI tools available that can help you practice your answers and confidence while waiting for the actual interview.

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One example of this is Google’s Interview Mockup—a platform that simulates interview scenarios to help job seekers improve their answers and interviewing skills. It works by answering prompt questions, which the tool will then transcribe. The transcribed answers will be analyzed by the platform, which will then give users recommendations and feedback for improvement.

Here are other interview tools that you can try:

1. ChatGPT Practice Voice Interview by Cybershoptech

2. AI Apply

3. Sensei AI

4. Verve AI

5. Mock Mate

Speed-Date Your Career

Job hunting can also be less of a hassle with the help of AI-powered job search platforms. The job search platform uses AI as a matchmaker that recommends job vacancies based on their search history, interactions, and curated profile. These platforms, powered by AI, consider your experience, skills, as well as your engagements with past job postings.

Here are other platforms that you can try:

1. Jobstreet Philippines

2. Indeed

3. Qureos

4. Kalibrr

5. LinkedIn

AI has transformed the job market and AI tools are expected to become even more widely adopted in the coming years. Some jobs are going to become obsolete, while the tech may also end up creating new jobs. Proponents of the technology say AI tools free workers from repetitive tasks and allow them to focus and do things that are more human. One thing is certain though—you will need to be familiar with some AI tools if you want to get hired or promoted.