How Can I Tell if a CV has been Written Using AI?

Unemployment in Ireland is at a record low, at a reporting 3.9% this week!

As the Irish economy continues to grow with low unemployment and a tight labour market, employers face new challenges, including the rise of AI-generated CVs.

In Ireland, AI tools are increasingly used by job seekers to tailor CVs to specific job ads. Younger candidates are more likely to use AI, with 32% of 18-24-year-olds stating they have used AI for job applications, compared to 18% of those over 50. However, this trend also raises concerns about authenticity and accuracy.

Here’s How to Identify these CVs:

Overly Polished Language is Used:

AI tools often produce CVs with jargon-heavy language that lacks personal touch or specific examples.  If the CV contains a lot of the “perfect” wording, it may indicate that AI has been used.  

Inconsistent Formatting or Layout:

Check for dates and timelines that don’t match up.  Check for skills that don’t line up with the experience listed.   Check if there is inconsistent formatting which indicate a person didn’t type it themselves.

Detail is Lacking:

Genuine CVs include detailed information about specific project details and achievements.  AI-generated CVs may lack this level of detail.

Impersonal Tone of Voice:

AI-generated CVs often contain a monotonous voice rather than a personal tone.  When an applicant types their own CV, their own style is projected subconsciously.

Authenticity is required to hire the right person for the right job.

Authenticity is required to hire the right person for the right job.  Aspire Recruitment supports job applicants in achieving their career aspirations and this needs to start with a genuine CV, not an AI-generated one.

By implementing these strategies, employers in Ireland can better navigate the challenges posed by AI-generated CVs and ensure that hiring decisions are based on genuine qualifications and experiences.

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