This course empowers job seekers to effectively leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and platforms to stay ahead in today's competitive job market. Learn how AI can streamline and enhance the key steps in your job search, such as resume building, job matching, networking, and interview preparation. Discover how applicant tracking systems (ATS) filter resumes so you can increase the chances yours will be seen. Find out how to use AI-powered platforms like LinkedIn for personalized job recommendations.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Utilize ChatGPT and other LLM's to optimize resumes and cover letters using AI-driven feedback and keyword tools.
• Identify AI-powered job boards and tools that give guidance on your skills and experience as they relate to jobs.
• Understand AI platforms like LinkedIn, Jobscan, and Zety for networking strategies, resume tailoring, and personal branding.
• Know the basics about AI mock interview platforms.

This course is ideal for anyone looking to maximize their job search efforts by taking advantage of the power of AI, making the process more efficient and successful. There is no specific book, but this course will be loosely based on the book Expensive Career Coach GPT" The Complete Guide to ChatGPT Resume, Cover Letter, Interview, and Job Search Success by Jeremy Schifeling.
Career coach Matthew Thomas has worked in workforce development, private education, and now in the education tech industry guiding thousands of people through job search strategies, resume review, interviewing practice, and career change. He has served a variety of job seekers including those who were homeless, laid off, blue collar and white collar workers, students in health care programs, and working adults in a variety of industries. As someone who went through a lot of career transitions (some by choice, some not), he understands what it takes to support others in reaching their career goals. Participants must have at least ChatGPT free version or another LLM.

NOTE: This course will be offered via Zoom. Register now and then prior to class the instructor will send you the link to attend. Look for an email with "CFU Zoom class" in the subject line. Good internet connection and a laptop or device with camera and mic is needed.

Participants must have at least ChatGPT free version or another artificial intelligence program that can recognize and generate text, among other tasks (known as an LLM) . Class time is in MT. Good internet connection and a laptop or device with camera and mic is needed. You should download Zoom in advance of class. It is free to install, https://zoom.us/download. Look for an email from your instructor with the subject line CFU Zoom class for the link. Be ready to log on and join the meeting 5-10 minutes prior to the class start time so you will be ready when class begins. If you have trouble using the link, just go to Zoom.us, click "Join a Meeting" and enter the meeting ID provided in the instructor's email.