AI Usage Statement

We recognize the value and pervasive reality of generative AI. We embrace it as a supplementary tool related to an internship/job search/graduate school application process. AI can be used as a starting point for ideas and insights that may save time or help recognize themes in job postings. However, in its current state most AI lacks in real world guidance, professional insight, and awareness of student needs. Below are some general Dos and Don’ts to consider when using AI in your career search!

DO’S:

  • Use AI to help create a brainstorming framework or task starting point.
    • Prompts can include:
      • “If I am interested in a career in X, what are some important skills I should develop via my coursework and internships?” “If I provide a copy of an internship posting, could you provide key skills to emphasize in my resume/cover letter?”
      • “What are some good skills to emphasize in a resume/cover letter for X industry?”
  • Use AI to input career-related data and look for patterns.
    • Prompts can include: “If I provide a copy of an internship posting, could you provide key skills to emphasize in my resume/cover letter?”
  • Use AI to generate practice interview questions.
    • Prompts can include: “I would like you to provide some industry-specific interview questions based on a job posting, can I provide the post?”

DON’TS:

  • Don’t let AI language (writing) be your finished product. It can come across as scripted, lacking authenticity, or potentially be auto-rejected by a recruiter.
  • Don’t assume everything AI generates is correct. AI can make errors and may only be as good as the material it was trained on.
  • Don’t use AI to the exclusion of quality human input and advising. This includes talking with real experts in your career field and networking to find opportunities. A vast majority of hires involve various forms of personal interaction.

TIP: Remember to ask follow-up questions if you are not satisfied with the initial request. AI is meant to be conversational.