How to Use ChatGPT/AI to Build and Improve Your Resume

Creating a resume—especially if you're starting from scratch—can feel like a huge task. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. Tools like ChatGPT can help you make your resume better, faster. The key? Use AI as a helper, not a replacement. Your resume is often the first thing employers see—it’s your chance to shine. With the right tools (and a little support), you can create a resume that helps you land that job or internship. Below are a few tips and things to remember if you want to use AI in a responsible way to create or strengthen your resume. 

Use AI to Get Started or Make Improvements

The first thing to know is that what you ask matters. A clear prompt helps ChatGPT give you more useful results. You’ll also need to share things like any work experience and activities so it can tailor suggestions to you. 

Try this to get started:
“Help me write a resume for a high school student who’s been involved in [clubs, volunteering, part-time work].”

Already have a resume?
Copy a section (like your work experience or summary) and ask: “How can I make this sound more professional or impressive?”

Use AI to Find the Right Keywords

If you’re applying for a specific job or internship, share the job description with ChatGPT.

Try asking:
“What skills or keywords should I highlight to match this job posting?”
“Here’s the job description and my resume, what else could I add to make it stronger?”

Important tips when using AI for resumes

• Never upload personal info like your address, phone number, or full resume into random AI tools.

• Always fact-check and personalize what AI gives you. AI doesn’t know you, make sure you double-check that every detail is true, and you want to review the spelling and grammar.

• Edit for tone. If AI’s writing sounds too robotic or formal, rewrite it so it sounds like you.

How to stand out when everyone is using AI

• Don’t just copy and paste. Use AI to help refine your ideas, not do all the work for you.

• Focus on making your resume personal and specific. Add real examples that show what you accomplished.

• Before submitting, get a human review! Someone who can catch mistakes and give real feedback.

Need a place to start? Try our Resume Builder:

If you don’t have a resume yet, or if you’re feeling stuck, Get Schooled’s free Resume Builder is the perfect place to start. It’s designed especially for students and makes it fast and easy to create a strong first draft, no complicated templates or formatting struggles.

Your resume is often the first impression employers have of you. It’s what shows your skills, experience, and potential. Don’t miss the opportunity to make it great.

👉 Start your resume today with Get Schooled’s Resume Builder

Building a strong resume takes effort, but it can open major opportunities. ChatGPT can be a powerful tool to help you strengthen and refine your resume if you use it thoughtfully. Once you have a draft you feel good about, submit it to Get Schooled for a free expert review. Our advisors will send you personalized, actionable feedback within one week to make sure your resume is as strong as possible before you send it to employers.

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