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How to Stand Out in an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

October 30, 2024
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Automation and AI now play a major role in the job search process.

Article by Mary Anne Thompson on GoinGlobal.

According to Jobscan, 99% of Fortune 500 companies, 66% of large companies and 35% of small-to-medium-sized organizations use applicant tracking systems (ATS) in the hiring process.

Applicant tracking systems quickly assess thousands of applications and identify jobseekers who fulfill predetermined criteria.

With their increasing significance, job seekers need to create an application that can be easily scanned and interpreted using key information. It may well determine if you get an interview or not.

But don’t worry. GoinGlobal has tips and advice when it comes to creating a successful job application in an ATS.

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Automated platforms such as recruiting chatbots, Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) systems and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) now play a large role in the hiring process. While CRMs and chatbots are used to find suitable candidates, ATS coordinate the actual application and hiring process. They use keyword-matching algorithms to filter and rank candidates for a position based on the information in their cover letters and resumés. ATS allow employers to swiftly assess thousands of applications and identify jobseekers who satisfy preselected criteria.

According to a survey by career resources platform Jobscan, 99% of Fortune 500 companies, 66% of large companies and 35% of small-to-medium-sized organizations use ATS. It’s therefore crucial to create ATS-friendly applications that can be easily scanned and interpreted.

How an ATS Works

  • An employer enters keywords into the system that best describe the open position. These keywords reflect the desired levels of experience, skills and qualifications for the job.
  • Using this information, the ATS creates a profile for an ideal candidate.
  • It then scans submitted applications for keywords that match this ideal profile.
  • The ATS then ranks jobseekers according to the number and relevance of keywords in each application.
  • Hiring managers personally review the applications of highly ranked candidates (usually around the top 5%) and select those they wish to interview.

Read the full article by GoinGlobal here. 

Published on October 30th, 2024Last updated on October 30th, 2024