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If you are applying for jobs and not hearing anything back, you\u2019re not alone. Bots could be to blame!

Many job applications get filtered out by an automated system before a human even sees them.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Join Beat the Bots: Use AI to your advantage in your job application<\/em>, a practical webinar that shows you how applicant tracking systems (ATS) work and why some applications get filtered out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this student-friendly webinar, you\u2019ll also find out how to use AI tools ethically to optimise your applications, prepare for interviews and boost your chances of success.

This event is perfect for students preparing for internships, placements and graduate roles. It also counts towards your Career Ready Advantage Award<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Event details:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beat the bots: Use AI to your advantage in your job application webinar<\/a>
When:<\/strong> Thursday 14 May, 12pm-1pm
Where:<\/strong> Online

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Register now!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Discover more events and opportunities on CareerHub<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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