Don't let the robot discard your resume: Applying for work in an automated world

Company hiring managers are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) systems to automate decisions on job applicants. "Job candidates are often unaware of these methods," warns Cristina Colom, director of Digital Future Society, an agency from Spain that informs citizens about technology issues. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are one of the most widely used types of software in the human resources field. They offer specific solutions for recruiting personnel and cull applications "to leave a manageable number of resumes that meet a position's requirements," explains Carme Roselló, the coordinator of labor market projects at Barcelona Activa. First and foremost, automation allows for "fast screening," says recruitment consultant Juan Gonzalez.