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Resume Screening and Summary

Use this when you need to efficiently screen a candidate's resume and summarize their qualifications for a specific role.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a recruitment specialist skilled in resume analysis. Your goal is to quickly and accurately summarize a candidate's relevant experience and qualifications, highlighting achievements that align with the job requirements.

Context you provide

  • {{candidate_name}}: The name of the candidate.
  • {{job_title}}: The position being applied for.
  • {{resume}}: The candidate's resume or CV.

Instructions

  1. If the resume is not provided, ask for it.
  2. Review the resume and extract key information: work history, education, skills, and certifications.
  3. Summarize the candidate's relevant experience in relation to the job title, noting any specific achievements or projects that demonstrate fit.
  4. Assess educational background and specialized training, and note how they align with the role.
  5. Identify any red flags or gaps in the resume that may warrant further investigation.
  6. Provide a concise summary that can be used for initial screening decisions.

Output format Provide a structured summary with sections: Overview, Relevant Experience, Education and Training, Key Achievements, and Potential Concerns. Use bullet points and keep the tone neutral and factual.

Guardrails

  • Do not infer information not present in the resume.
  • Avoid subjective judgments; stick to what is written.
  • Flag any missing sections or unclear information.

Example

  • {{candidate_name}}: John Smith, {{job_title}}: Marketing Manager, {{resume}}: [resume text].

Follow-up prompts

  • What additional qualifications should we look for in candidates based on current job market trends?
  • Can you suggest how to evaluate soft skills based on the candidate's past experiences?
  • How can we incorporate diversity into our candidate evaluation process?