How to use ChatGPT for Recruitment

(30+ practical examples)

ChatGPT is about to change the way we recruit and hire employees. Here’s a collection of practical examples
in which ChatGPT can improve the efficiency of the recruitment process:

1. Write an Employer Value Proposition (EVP)

2. Support with Recruitment Marketing
3. Content creation for recruitment campaigns
4. Explanation of technical jargon
5. Suggest relevant job boards
6. Alternative job titles
7. Compose interview questions and recommended answers
8. Support communication with unrealistic Hiring Managers

You’ll find the above-mentioned use cases in this blog. But there are a lot more powerful use cases!

9. Create a persona
10. Writing job ads
11. Re-writing job ads
12. Preparing a job intake
13. Desk research such as market research or salary benchmark
14. Analysis of the recruitment site
15. Suggesting a catchy teaser for a job posting
16. Making Boolean searches
17. Writing InMail to potential candidates
18. Generation of letters for candidates
19. Write custom messages for candidates in any language
20. Respond to follow-up questions from candidates
21. Automatic screening of resumes (qualifying candidates)
22. Interview techniques training
23. Creating summaries of resumes
24. Write a biography
25. Making interview reports and getting feedback
26. Solving the problem of unstructured data
27. Design a new employee onboarding process
28. Improve prompts
29. Write as…
30. AI Detector
31. How Job Seekers use ChatGPT: 30+ Use Cases

You can find all use cases in our comprehensive eBook “How to use ChatGPT for recruitment”. You’ll also
discover powerful and effective prompts to generate impressive AI output. It includes a powerful prompt
framework; useful other AI tools and you’ll learn more about its restrictions.

let’s start here with some simple use cases. All output was written with the help of GPT-3.5. In
the eBook you’ll read output from GPT-4 or higher.

1. Write an Employer Value Proposition (EVP)

With little input, ChatGPT can write an EVP.

Example: Write a short employer brand EVP for the National Police
ChatGPT suggestion:

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“Join the National Police and be part of a team that is dedicated to serving and protecting our community
with integrity, professionalism, and compassion. With us, you will have the opportunity to make a real
difference in people’s lives, and be rewarded for your hard work and dedication. We are committed to
providing our employees with ongoing training and development opportunities, as well as a work-life
balance that allows you to have a fulfilling personal life. Our culture of fairness, respect and accountability,
and our transparent communication, makes us a trusted and respected organization. We believe in
community-oriented policing and working in partnership with the community to identify and solve problems,
enhance the quality of life for all. Be part of a team that is proud to serve, proud to protect and proud to be
National Police.”
Job done.
No, not really. This is the same level you get when you hire a marketing agency with zero or limited
experience in creating an EVP. But follow up with more information about your organization’s culture, core
values, unique characteristics or target groups and the output will be better.

2. Support with Recruitment Marketing

ChatGPT can be used extensively in Recruitment Marketing campaigns to stimulate creativity and
innovation. Its immense support to every Recruitment Marketer can be both advisory and practical.
In terms of advice, ChatGPT can be used in different ways. The AI can provide a detailed strategy for
creating a website, as well as guidance for driving traffic. Moreover, it can provide valuable suggestions
on how to conduct market research. It can write:

• Emails and letters

• Articles
• Summaries
• Landing pages
• Ads for Facebook, LinkedIn or Google
• Youtube descriptions and titles
• Mission statement
• AIDA framework
Here’s an example of the suggestions provided by ChatGPT in order to tackle a common challenge faced
by many recruiters: What does it take to attract and hire top talent?
ChatGPT response:
Attracting and hiring top talent requires a combination of well-planned strategies and practices. Here are
some key factors to consider:
1. Clear and Compelling Vision: A company that presents a clear, compelling vision for its future
can be very attractive to top talent. People want to work for companies that are going somewhere
and where they can see a future for themselves.
2. Competitive Compensation: Top talent often have many options, and competitive
compensation is a key factor in attracting them. This doesn’t just mean salary, but also includes
benefits, bonuses, equity or stock options, and other forms of compensation.
3. Positive Work Culture: People want to work in an environment where they feel valued,
respected, and happy. A positive culture can not only attract top talent but also increase employee
retention.
4. Opportunities for Growth and Development: Top talent often are motivated by the chance to
grow and develop their skills. Providing opportunities for professional development, such as further
training, mentorship programs, and clear career progression paths can be highly attractive.
5. Flexible Work Arrangements: In recent years, flexibility in terms of where and when work gets
done has become increasingly important. Offering options like remote work, flexible hours, or a
hybrid model can make your organization more appealing.
6. Strong Employer Brand: A strong employer brand can help to attract top talent. This includes
having a positive reputation in the industry, having clearly communicated values and mission, and
positive reviews from current and former employees.

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 7. Challenging and Meaningful Work: Top talents are often looking for roles where they can
make a significant impact and where they’re challenged. They want to solve big problems and
contribute to the success of the company.
8. Effective Recruitment Process: The recruitment process itself can be a determining factor in
attracting top talent. This includes clear and compelling job descriptions, respectful and prompt
communication throughout the process, and a smooth and efficient interview process.
9. Recognizing Talent: Recognizing talent goes beyond seeing what’s on a resume. It’s about
acknowledging potential and understanding how an individual could grow within your organization.
This involves good interviewing skills, but also a keen understanding of what makes a good fit for
your team and organization.
10. Diversity and Inclusion: Companies that value diversity and inclusion can attract a wider pool
of candidates, and studies suggest that diverse teams are often more innovative and effective.
Remember, retaining top talent is just as important as attracting it. Once you have talented individuals in
your organization, make sure you’re continuing to provide a positive work environment, recognition, and
opportunities for growth to keep them happy and engaged.

3. Content creation for recruitment campaigns

ChatGPT’s greatest support is in the field of actual content generation. One of the biggest problems every
person has is how to express himself in writing. With ChatGPT this concern is solved forever, as it provides
an abundance of ideas in a few clicks. Most importantly, the content ideas created by ChatGPT are
engaging and customised to a target audience. Such customized ad copies result from the AI algorithmic
capabilities of ChatGPT. These capabilities range from the analysis of vast amounts of data, up to the
usage of machine learning techniques. The purpose of these techniques then is the identification of
complex patterns and trends.
Can you now imagine the impact that ChatGPT can have on your recruitment marketing campaigns? Not
only it is more efficient, it also leads to better outcomes. According to empirical findings, AI-generated
content is great in 2 ways. It exhibits both a higher conversion rate, as well as a lower cost-per-click. It
definitely deserves an exploration by Recruitment Marketers. Thus, do not hesitate to rip the benefits of
artificial intelligence in your (social media) marketing efforts.

4. Explanation of technical jargon

Are you a non-technical recruiter who wants to understand what certain technical jargon means? Ask
ChatGPT for advice. Or copy a job description and have him explain to a non-technical person what the
job content is.
Prompt:
Can you explain to non-technical person why a QA analyst uses Selenium?
ChatGPT:
A QA (quality assurance) analyst is someone who is responsible for testing and ensuring the quality of
software applications. Selenium is a popular tool they use to do this, mainly for web applications.
Imagine you have a website with many interactive elements, such as buttons, input fields and menus. It is
important that all these elements work properly and that users have a hassle-free experience. QA analysts
use Selenium to automatically test whether the website is functioning properly.
Selenium lets QA analysts write scripts that run these tests automatically. These scripts mimic the actions
of a real user, such as clicking buttons, entering text and navigating through the website. If errors occur
during these automated tests, the QA analysts know there is something wrong with the website and have
to fix it before the website goes live or gets an update.
So in simple terms, Selenium helps QA analysts to automatically test websites, save time and ensure
better quality software.

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5. Provide a list of relevant job boards to post your vacancies
Recruiters are an extremely valued asset to an organization when they possess industry-specific
knowledge. A very frequent challenge, faced also by experienced recruiters, is where to post their job ads.
The example below clearly illustrates that ChatGPT can be a good source of information.
Example: Can you provide me with a list of specialised job boards in which I could post a vacancy for a
software engineer in the Netherlands?
Suggestions provided by ChatGPT:

Sure, here are a few specialized job boards in the Netherlands where you can post a vacancy for a software
engineer:
1. WerkeninICT.nl
2. ICTerGezocht.nl
3. Techtalent.nl
4. ICTvacaturebank.nl
5. Werk.nl (focus on government jobs)
6. Indeed.nl
7. LinkedIn job search
8. Glassdoor.nl
It’s also worth noting that posting on general job boards such as Indeed and LinkedIn can also be effective,
as well as reaching out to recruitment agencies that specialize in the technology sector.
As always, be careful with suggestions from ChatGPT. Sometimes it’s job sites that don’t exist or it doesn’t
know of a popular one.

6. Alternative job titles

Prompt:
What are alternative job titles for Recruiter that you can use in a job posting?
ChatGPT:
Here are some alternative job titles for “Recruiter” that you can use in a job posting:
1. Talent Acquisition Specialist
2. Staffing Consultant
3. Recruitment Specialist
4. Headhunter
5. Talent Scout
6. Talent Acquisition Manager
7. Recruitment Consultant
8. Staffing Coordinator
9. Sourcing Specialist
10. Hiring Specialist
11. Recruitment Coordinator
12. Staffing Specialist
13. Talent Acquisition Consultant
14. Personnel Officer
15. Recruitment Officer
16. Human Resources Specialist
17. Executive Search Consultant
18. Talent Acquisition Coordinator
19. Candidate Acquisition Specialist
20. Employee Recruitment Specialist
21. Hiring Coordinator
Please note that these titles might imply slightly different responsibilities and requirements, so be sure to
accurately reflect the job’s role and duties in your description.

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Could you have thought of 21 different job titles yourself? Maybe. But ChatGPT did it in 2 seconds.
The prompt “What are alternative job titles for Recruiter?” gave more results but less variety. Remember,
the more context and objectives you give, the better the output will be.

7. Compose interview questions and recommended answers

Do you have an interview and you need inspiration for questions? ChatGPT can always back you up. Let’s
see how creative ChatGPT can be when it comes to interviewing questions for a Senior PHP Developer.

Example: Prepare a list of interview questions to ask a Sr. PHP Developer with 10 years of experience in
PHP and 5 years in Laravel for an international scale-up in Amsterdam
Suggestions provided by ChatGPT:
1. Can you describe a particularly challenging project you’ve worked on using Laravel, and how you
overcame any obstacles?
2. How do you stay up to date with the latest developments in PHP and Laravel?
3. How do you approach debugging and troubleshooting in a Laravel application?
4. Can you give an example of a scalability solution you’ve implemented in a Laravel project?
5. How do you handle database migrations and seeders in Laravel?
6. Can you describe your experience with integrating third-party packages and libraries into a
Laravel application?
7. How do you approach testing and maintaining the quality of a Laravel application?
8. Can you explain how you would set up and manage a Laravel project in a team environment?
9. Can you share your experience with setting up and using queues in Laravel?
10. How do you ensure the security of a Laravel application?
That’s a decent list from a relatively generic request. Clearly, ChatGPT can create a list of interview
questions that any recruiter could use. You can also follow-up by asking to generate interview questions
for beginner, intermediate and strong level candidate. This is the magic of ChatGPT, Discuss the outcome
with the hiring manager and the list of questions will reach the desired level of relevance and complexity.

Let’s take this example to the next level with ChatGPT:

1. Add a job description.
2. Ask it to compose interview questions.
3. Ask it to recommend answers to these questions.
4. Next, send selected questions to candidates and let ChatGPT evaluate answers.

8. Support communication with unrealistic Hiring Managers

There are certain goals that every recruiter must meet. These include improving the quality of the
recruitment process, diversity in hiring or a shorter time to hire. Only active engagement of the hiring
managers can guarantee that recruiters will attain these targets. But the Recruiter’s and the Hiring
Manager’s expectations of the organisation’s recruitment process frequently conflict. Can ChatGPT create
a dialog for a Recruiter to deal with Hiring Managers’ unrealistic expectations? Let’s check.
This is the question entered in ChatGPT: Create a dialog to help a recruiter deal with Hiring Managers’
unrealistic expectations
Here is what ChatGPT came up with:
Recruiter: Hi, Hiring Manager. I understand that you have some specific requirements for the job opening
you’re looking to fill. Can you tell me a little more about what you’re looking for in a candidate?
Hiring Manager: Well, I need someone with at least 10 years of experience in this field, who is a subject
matter expert, and has a proven track record of success.
Recruiter: I see. Those are certainly high standards, but it’s important to keep in mind that finding someone
who meets all of those requirements may be difficult, especially within the timeframe that you’ve given me.
Are there any specific qualifications or skills that are non-negotiable for this position?

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Hiring Manager: Of course. They need to have a deep understanding of our industry and be able to hit the
ground running from day one.
Recruiter: I understand. But it’s important to keep in mind that while those qualifications are important, they
may not be the only factors to consider when evaluating candidates. For example, a candidate with a
strong skill set and a willingness to learn may be able to make up for a lack of experience. Are you open
to considering candidates with less experience, but with a strong potential to excel in the role?
Hiring Manager: I suppose that’s possible. But I really need someone who can come in and make an
immediate impact.
Recruiter: I understand your concerns, but it’s important to keep in mind that finding a candidate who meets
all of your requirements may take some time. In the meantime, would you consider hiring someone on a
temporary basis, or bringing on a consultant to help fill the gap until we find the right candidate?
Hiring Manager: Hmm, I’ll have to think about that. But I appreciate your suggestions and I’ll keep an open
mind.
Recruiter: Of course. I’ll keep searching for candidates who meet your qualifications and keep you updated
on any potential matches. Let’s schedule a follow-up meeting next week to discuss any progress we’ve
made.
Hiring Manager: Sounds good. Thank you.

As a first note, it would be ideal if Hiring Managers were that easy to persuade. Certainly, though, it is quite
impressive that ChatGPT provided an entire dialog from a single sentence. ChatGPT can improve this
dialog in the same way that it did with job ads and e-mail outreaches. Let’s again add more context
regarding industry, skills, location, etc.
Example: When preparing this dialog please take into account the following: In Athens there are more
than 6000 Product Managers. However only 1000 of them are with more than 10 years of experience and
only 200 in the Ed Tech industry, which is our focus area. The recruiter should also point out to the hiring
manager that the situation becomes very bleak when we also take into account that we need them to have
around 2 years of experience in an international scale up with 10+ million user per month.
Adjusted dialog provided by ChatGPT:
Recruiter: Hi, Hiring Manager. I understand that you have some specific requirements for the job opening
you’re looking to fill. Can you tell me a little more about what you’re looking for in a candidate?
Hiring Manager: Well, I need someone with at least 10 years of experience in the Ed Tech industry, who
is a subject matter expert, and has a proven track record of success.
Recruiter: I see. I just want to remind you that in Athens, we have more than 6000 Product Managers, but
only 1000 of them have more than 10 years of experience, and only 200 are specialized in the Ed Tech
industry.
Hiring Manager: Yes, I understand that, but those are the qualifications we need for this position.
Recruiter: I understand. But it’s important to keep in mind that finding someone who meets all of those
requirements may be difficult, especially when we take into account the additional requirement of having
2 years of experience in an international scale-up with 10+ million users per month. This makes the pool
of candidates even smaller.
Hiring Manager: That’s true. What do you suggest we do in this case?
Recruiter: We can consider expanding our search to other cities or even countries, but this may take more
time and resources. Alternatively, we can consider hiring someone on a temporary basis, or bringing on a
consultant to help fill the gap until we find the right candidate.
Hiring Manager: I see. I’ll have to think about that. But I appreciate your suggestions and I’ll keep an open
mind.
Recruiter: Of course. I’ll keep searching for candidates who meet your qualifications and keep you updated
on any potential matches. Let’s schedule a follow-up meeting next week to discuss any progress we’ve
made.
Hiring Manager: Sounds good. Thank you.

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About ChatGPT
ChatGPT is a cutting-edge natural language processing technology developed by OpenAI. Its main
strength lies in the usage of deep learning algorithms. These algorithms are capable of generating
responses that perfectly resemble the ones provided by humans.
In order to arrive at that outcome, they only need natural language as an input. This potential allows it to
hold conversations with humans in a natural and intuitive way. The fact that ChatGPT reached 1 million
users in under a week, clearly demonstrates its enormous potential. Its impact on the field of recruitment
is not an exception.

Conclusion
It is undeniable that ChatGPT has impressive capabilities. However, there are still many tasks and
processes in recruitment where human judgement and intuition is insurmountable. These are mainly the
tasks that are involved in the creation of deep relationships with candidates. Human recruiters can ask
follow-up questions and engage in-depth conversations.
So is ChatGPT intelligent? Or is the output just statistically the best-matching text? The fact is that the full
potential of ChatGPT will only be realized when you ask smart questions. Fortunately, we still need savvy
human recruiters for that. Savvy recruiters using (Chat)GPT will benefit from valuable support and
increased productivity.

Let us know when you are using ChatGPT for recruitment or have other useful prompt examples to share.

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