Applicant tracking system (ATS)
An applicant tracking system is software employers use to collect, organize and review job applications, including parsing resumes into structured fields.
Use a simple single-column resume with standard headings, avoid text inside images, and mirror the job description's wording where it is true. An ATS organizes applications; recruiters still make the decisions.
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Written by Kieron · Last updated October 4, 2026