We recommend a match rate score of 75%. However, many career counselors and Jobscan users see success even with just a 65% match rate.

There is such a thing as an over-optimized resume. The general rule is that a higher score is better, but it might not be possible to score above 75% without overstuffing your resume with keywords.

Dec. 13, 2023

Each system offers a different combination and scope of features, but ATS are primarily used to help hiring companies collect, organize, and filter applicants. That means that an ATS will scan your resume and search for certain keywords, skills, job titles, and education that the recruiter is looking for.

Dec. 13, 2023

A resume checker will scan your resume and compare it to a job description. The checker will show you if your resume is optimized for an ATS and for the job listing. To ensure that the resume is optimized for an ATS, the resume checker will check the formatting and file type . It will compare the text in the resume to see if it matches the skills, keywords, job titles, and education requirements mentioned in the job listing.

Dec. 13, 2023

An applicant tracking system (ATS) is a human resources software that acts as a database for job applicants. ATS are used by companies of all sizes to organize, search, and communicate with large groups of applicants. Ninety-nine percent of Fortune 500 companies use an ATS as part of their recruiting strategy.

Dec. 13, 2023