How to Write a Resume with AI in 2026 (Get More Interviews)

Why AI Resume Tools Get You More Interviews

Over 90% of large companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to filter resumes. AI resume tools understand how ATS works and optimize your resume to pass these filters. They also help you quantify achievements, use the right keywords, and format your experience for maximum impact.

Best AI Resume Writing Tools

Tool	Best For	ATS Optimization	Price
Teal	Job matching & ATS	Excellent	Free / $29 mo
Rezi	ATS-focused resumes	Excellent	Free / $29 mo
Kickresume	Design + AI writing	Good	Free / $19 mo
ChatGPT	Custom writing & editing	Manual	Free / $20 mo
Resume.io	Quick templates	Good	$2.95/week
Jobscan	ATS scoring only	Best	Free / $49 mo

Step 1: Gather Your Information

Before using any AI tool, prepare:

• Your work history with dates and job titles
• Key accomplishments with numbers (revenue generated, team size, metrics improved)
• Skills list (technical and soft skills)
• Education and certifications
• The job description you’re targeting

Step 2: Choose Your Approach

Option A: AI Resume Builder (Recommended for most people)

Use Teal or Rezi. Paste the job description, enter your experience, and the AI generates a tailored resume with the right keywords and formatting.

Option B: ChatGPT + Template (More control)

Use ChatGPT to rewrite your bullet points, then paste into a clean template. Best prompt:

“Rewrite this resume bullet point using the XYZ formula (Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y] by doing [Z]): [your bullet point]. Include relevant keywords from this job description: [paste JD].”

Step 3: Optimize for ATS

• Use standard section headers — “Work Experience” not “Career Journey”
• Include keywords from the job description — match exact phrases
• Avoid graphics, tables, and columns — ATS can’t read them
• Use a standard font — Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman
• Save as PDF unless the application specifies otherwise

Step 4: Quantify Every Achievement

AI helps turn vague statements into powerful metrics:

• Before: “Managed social media accounts” → After: “Grew social media following by 340% across 3 platforms, generating 50K monthly impressions”
• Before: “Improved sales process” → After: “Redesigned sales pipeline reducing close time by 25%, contributing to $1.2M quarterly revenue increase”

Step 5: Check Your ATS Score

Use Jobscan (free tier available) to compare your resume against the job description. Aim for a match score of 75% or higher. The tool shows exactly which keywords you’re missing.

Common AI Resume Mistakes

• Using the same resume for every job — Tailor keywords for each application
• Over-relying on AI language — Review for natural voice and accuracy
• Including every skill AI suggests — Only list skills you can demonstrate
• Ignoring the cover letter — AI can write targeted cover letters too