It takes several hours of effort and immense patience to send countless job applications to land an interview call. It seems a job seeker managed to skip this struggle with the help of AI.
He created an AI bot to apply for 1000 jobs automatically while he was asleep. He ended up securing 50 interview calls in a month.
The Background

This job seeker shared his experience using an AI bot for job applications five months ago on the ‘Get Employed’ forum. However, the post went viral recently after several media websites published it. It has sparked conversation around the pros and cons of AI.
The ‘Magic’ AI Bot

This user self-designed an AI bot under his own project called GitHub Project. The bot can perform several tasks for a candidate. It can evaluate candidate information and job descriptions. It can then generate customized CVs and cover letters for every job. The bot also answers specific questions from recruiters. Lastly, it automatically applies to these jobs.
In a nutshell, the bot helped him to execute the entire application procedure with a few clicks.
The User’s Take on AI Duality

After sharing his experience, the user voiced his thoughts and opinions on the good and bad of AI in recruitment and selection. He said AI could enable job seekers to optimize their CVs and cover letters for qualifying through automated screening systems.
However, it also raises some pertinent concerns according to him. For example, AI could make human recruiters obsolete. It could make identifying real talent among AI-generated perfect applications challenging. It could set the ball rolling for the AI arms race in the recruitment landscape. He also mentioned that soft skills like empathy, creativity, and critical thinking can become new differentiators for hiring talent.
Further Musings

The user continued to question the implications of AI on work. He highlighted that AI in recruitment is effective, but employers risk losing the human element. The future of work should strike a balance between technology and socio-ethical aspects of AI. He also speculated whether recruiters would switch from ‘stupid automated screenings’ to traditional methods such as personal interviews.
Open Invitation to Other Job Seekers

The user claims that personalization of resumes and cover letters for each job made a substantial difference to his probability of getting interview calls. His project, though in the beta stage, is free and open source which allows other job seekers to try his AI bot.
Comments from Other Users

Other users were divided on this post. A few agreed that AI saves time and effort in sending job applications which otherwise is tedious. They also counter-argued that it is ethical for candidates to use AI when recruiters do the same. Some users stated that AI puts the manual efforts and credibility of an authentic job user in vain.
Some users expressed keen interest in using this AI bot and even sought support for it.
The Rise of AI in Recruitment

An increasing number of U.S. employers are deploying AI in talent acquisition. According to Statista, 65% of human resource professionals use AI to generate job descriptions. 35% leverage AI to customize job postings to specific groups. 34% review or screen resumes with the help of AI.
Undoubtedly, AI-powered applicant tracking systems and other hiring systems make recruiting efficient and effective. Automation enables employers to find the right fit for the job, give enhanced experience to candidates, and reduce human bias. It can also free up the human resource team from mundane administrative tasks and focus on strategic hiring domains.
Drawbacks of AI in Recruitment

Despite the significant role of AI in automating recruitment, it is impossible to ignore its drawbacks. AI is prone to algorithmic bias and raises inclusivity or inequality concerns. Employers may face legal disputes if they fail to comply with anti-discrimination laws using AI systems.
The candidates may miss the human interactions in the hiring process, which can adversely impact the employer’s brand reputation. Research highlights technology can provide top candidate experience but poor implementation can cause candidate resentment.
Use of AI by Candidates for Job Application

A survey shows that 58% of job seekers use AI tools for job search. 53% of job seekers who use AI are more likely to secure employment offers than their peers who don’t use AI. Unfortunately, 83% of job seekers misuse AI to exaggerate or lie about their skills.
According to another survey, two-thirds of American job seekers would refrain from applying for a job where recruiters use AI to make hiring decisions. However, some Americans also feel that AI can be better than humans in treating all applicants equally but may do worse in identifying a candidate’s potential.
Balance of AI and Human Contact

The adoption rate of AI is increasing among both employers and candidates. Employers can streamline recruitment while saving costs. Candidates can improve their chances of getting hired.
Nonetheless, the truth is that AI lacks a human touch point, an essential factor in acquiring the right talent. Several loopholes still exist in AI systems in the light of socio-ethical-legal considerations. Hence, employers and candidates must leverage AI without compromising integrity.