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Community User · 16d ago

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I’m really confused about the use of AI to write resumes and cover letters. On the one hand, I’m hearing it’s a bad look to prospective employers, and seems like you’ve made minimal effort. But on the other, we’re being told that we need to adopt and embrace the use of AI in our every day. Thoughts?

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SEEK Admin · 14d ago

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Writing a cover letter? 📝 Switch 'To Whom it May Concern' for one of these: ➡️ Dear [person's name] ➡️ To the hiring manager ➡️ Dear Sir or Madam ➡️ To the [department name] "To Whom it May Concern" is OK if you don't know who'll be reading your email. But for a cover letter, it's best to address who you're trying to impress. 🤩 More on the topic here: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/when-and-how-to-use-to-whom-it-may-concern What's your go-to salutation, friends?

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SEEK Admin · 14d ago

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It's all about AI these days—and here's how you can make it work for you. Get AI to help you write a cover letter. 🤖 🤙 Do this: ✍️ Get your prompts on point ✍️ Tailor AI's words with your info ✍️ Get the right keywords in there ✍️ Give it a personal touch There's more to it, but we covered it all here: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-using-ai Do you use AI in your job hunt? Tell us how below.

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Natalie · 16d ago

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Keen to get some resume advice - I've had a lot of jobs over 20 years but not always in the job I want to get. Do I need to show all my jobs / experience? I worry that if I have gaps in my career timeline, it might look like I'm hiding something. But I know recruiters will quicly scan a resume so how do I highlight my relevant work history rather than ALL my work history? Keen for advice TIA!

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SEEK Admin · 14d ago

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Eyeing an internship? 👀 We created a guide to get you on your way. Here's how to write an internship cover letter: ✏️ Write a first draft without self-editing ✏️ Match the tone of the company ✏️ Highlight your accomplishments ✏️ Tell them what you'd bring to the table ✏️ Show some personality Get your template and sample letters here: ✍️ https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-for-an-internship-a-2025-guide Got some of your own tips? Drop them below ⤵️

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SEEK Admin · 14d ago

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Gaps on resumes: do they always look bad? Actually, it's all about how your frame them. 🤓☝️ ✅ They can be for personal growth ✅ They can bring new skills ✅ They can bring renewed motivation ✅ They make you seem more adaptable ✅ They can give you valuable life experiences Read more about framing a career break positively on your resume: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/will-a-career-break-look-bad-on-my-resume Got more to add? Drop them below. 👇

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Airlangga · 14d ago

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"Your resume shouldn't be a history book. Make it a highlight reel!" Hot take: Most resumes are painfully boring. Stop writing: "Responsible for managing social media accounts." Start writing: "Grew engagement 34% by spotting audience trends others missed." One is a job description. The other shows how your brain works. Hiring managers don't want people who can follow instructions. They want people who can solve problems they haven't even identified yet.

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New Job Nerves · 14d ago

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Can anyone give me some tips for writing a resume with hardly any work experience? I'm 20 and only had casual jobs -i don't feel like I have enough to fill a page. Help a brother out.

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Career Pivot · 14d ago

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What's everyone's go-to resume building website? I've been using Canva but I'm wondering if there's something better out there that's also free. Drop your recs.