Looking for your next role - how to use Chat GPT to your advantage

The job market is evolving rapidly, and so are the tools available to job seekers. One of the most useful tools is ChatGPT, an AI-powered assistant that can help you improve your CV, prepare for interviews, and stand out in your job search.

At Cubed Talent, we support candidates across engineering, manufacturing, and technical sectors. Here's how ChatGPT can support your job hunt — and what you should be cautious of when using it.

How ChatGPT Can Help in Your Job Search

1. Writing or Polishing Your CV

Your CV is often your first impression, and getting it right matters. ChatGPT can help you:

• Format your CV professionally

• Rewrite wordy or unclear sections

• Tailor your CV to match specific job descriptions

Tip: Give clear input. For example, “Write a CV for a mechanical engineer with 5 years’ experience in CNC machining and maintenance.” Always review the result and ensure it’s accurate.  At Cubed Talent, we will also review your CV and give advice on any improvements - before sending to any prospective clients, we would always re-format it.

2. Creating Strong Cover Letters

Cover letters can feel repetitive or intimidating, but ChatGPT can assist with:

• Writing a tailored introduction

• Highlighting relevant skills

• Structuring a strong, confident closing

Make sure to add your personality and adjust the language so it sounds like you.

3. Practising for Interviews

ChatGPT can generate realistic practice questions based on your role or industry. It can also:

• Suggest STAR technique answers

• Help you prepare for behavioural or technical questions

• Offer feedback on your responses (based on your input)

Using it to simulate an interview can improve your confidence and readiness.  At Cubed Talent, we have lots of experience in interview preparation and can help you before an interview to give you some guidance on the types of questions you might face.

4. Researching Companies and Roles

ChatGPT can help summarise company information, job descriptions, and sector trends. This can save time when preparing for an interview or comparing roles.  Cubed Talent will also do this for you - making sure we approach companies that we know you will be a good fit for.

5. Developing Skills and Confidence

If there are areas of your knowledge you want to refresh — such as production processes or health and safety standards — ChatGPT can explain topics clearly and direct you to resources.

 

What to Watch Out for When Using ChatGPT

While ChatGPT is a helpful tool, it’s not perfect — and it should never replace your own thinking or research. Here are some key limitations:

1. It Can Be Generic

Even with a good prompt, ChatGPT sometimes produces content that lacks specificity. Employers can tell when a CV or cover letter is copied and pasted. You’ll need to:

• Personalise what it generates

• Add real examples from your experience

• Adjust the tone to match your industry

2. It Might Get Things Wrong

ChatGPT doesn’t have access to real-time data, and it can sometimes produce outdated or inaccurate information — especially around job market trends, salaries, or specific company policies. Always double-check facts it provides.

3. It Doesn’t Know You

ChatGPT can’t understand your career goals, motivations, or personality in the same way a real recruiter can. That’s why it's best used as a starting point — not a substitute for proper preparation or professional advice.

4. Over-Reliance Can Backfire

Relying too heavily on AI tools can lead to:

• CVs that all look and sound the same

• Missed opportunities to showcase your unique strengths

• Poorly prepared interviews if you're not actively engaging with the material

Use it as a tool to support your job search — not as a shortcut.

Final Thoughts

ChatGPT is a powerful assistant — but it’s not a replacement for real-world experience, effort, or professional insight. Use it to help structure, clarify, and practise — but make sure your applications reflect your true abilities and personality.

At Cubed Talent, we offer the best of both worlds: we embrace modern tools to support our candidates, but our focus remains on personalised, one-to-one support.

If you’re looking for your next opportunity - we’re here to help every step of the way.