Responsible Use of AI in Resume Writing: What Helps and What Hurts Your Job Search

About the Course:

This course demystifies the use of AI and automation tools in the resume-writing process. Participants will learn what AI can assist with (drafting, formatting, keyword research) and where overreliance can result in inaccurate claims, generic language, or ATS failures. The training covers ethical use, transparency, bias concerns, and U.S.-specific hiring standards to ensure job seekers use AI responsibly and strategically.

Course Objectives:

Participants will learn how to:

• Use AI to support, but not replace, resume writing
• Understand when automated content becomes risky or inaccurate
• Avoid “AI hallucinations” that create false claims
• Use AI tools for keyword optimization and accomplishment rewriting
• Maintain honesty, compliance, and personal branding
• Recognize employer red flags that indicate AI-generated resumes

Who is the Target Audience:

• Entry-level to mid-level U.S. job seekers
• Students learning how to craft resumes
• Career coaches and resume writers
• Anyone using AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or resume AIs

Basic Knowledge:

• Basic familiarity with resume formats is helpful but not required.