How 'spray and pray' AI job applications can backfire
Key Takeaways
- Graduates are heavily using AI to apply for hundreds of jobs due to market exhaustion.
- 92% of major employers have encountered suspected AI misconduct during recruitment.
- The 'spray and pray' approach intensifies competition in graduate job markets.
- Both companies and candidates increasingly rely on AI tools, creating a moral dilemma.
Graduates are increasingly using artificial intelligence to navigate tough job markets by automating CVs and cover letters, a high-volume strategy dubbed 'spray and pray.' While some employers accept AI for initial drafting, 92% have encountered suspected AI misconduct during interviews and assessments. Experts warn this arms race between candidate automation and corporate screening increases pressure and blurs ethical lines.
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