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The Secret to Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

 

What are Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)?

The internet has transformed the job search process entirely. Long gone are the days when you snail mailed your resume and cover letter or walked into a business and asked for a job application. Nowadays, you apply online. Which means more and more applications are being submitted, thus often leaving employers to process more than what they can handle. As a result of the influx of applications, an increasing number of employers/programs are turning to applicant tracking system software (ATS) to assist with their job search process. They can use ATS at all stages of the recruitment process. ATS software help organize, track, filter and even forward the most relevant and qualified applications to hiring managers or recruiters. They can contact candidates and schedule interviews They even can score and rank your application based on the job/program description; therefore, making the job search process more efficient for employers/programs. 

Get Your Resume Past the ATS

The following are several tips and suggestions to help ensure your application is positively reviewed by ATS.