Poland's job seekers grapple with AI‑filtered CVs and intense competition

James Reed, head of a major global recruitment firm, warns that artificial‑intelligence tools are now routine in the first stage of hiring in Poland. AI systems compare the wording of a vacancy with a CV or cover letter, so candidates must tailor their documents to each offer and demonstrate concrete examples of communication, teamwork and resilience. Reed advises using AI only as support, keeping CVs concise, authentic and focused on real experience.

A separate report highlights how the same AI‑driven screening, combined with a flood of applications, leaves many members of Generation Z disillusioned. Young Poles send dozens or even hundreds of CVs daily, yet most never reach a recruiter because their materials are rejected automatically. The process is time‑consuming, with lengthy assignment tests and low response rates, leading to frustration, prolonged unemployment and the need to seek temporary or unrelated work while continuing the search.

Both accounts underline that in today's Polish labour market, simply mass‑sending generic CVs is insufficient; applicants must acquire relevant experience, customize their applications, and use AI as a supplement rather than a substitute.