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ATS Resume Optimizer for Graduates — Free Check

Optimize a recent-graduate resume for ATS. See which keywords graduate postings scan for when your experience is coursework and internships.

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What an ATS report looks like for this role

A real ATS report scores your resume against the job description and shows which keywords to add alongside your degree and internships.

  • ✓Overall match score against the job description
  • ✓Role-specific keywords you have and are missing
  • ✓Formatting issues that trip up ATS parsers
  • ✓A prioritized checklist of fixes
Analyzing Graduate Application
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67/100
Room to improve
Top keywords for this role
✓ Coursework ✓ Internship ✓ Academic Projects ✓ GPA ✓ Leadership ✓ Teamwork ✓ Quick Learner ✓ Initiative ✓ Communication ✓ Research ✓ Microsoft Office ✓ Problem Solving ✓ Time Management ✓ Volunteer ✓ Adaptability
Avoid these

Common ATS mistakes for this role

These are the issues that most often drop an ATS score for this role. Fix them before you apply.

  • ✕Listing your degree and modules without the keywords from the actual job description.
  • ✕Using tables, columns, or graphics that ATS parsers can't read.
  • ✕Burying role-critical skills in a summary instead of a dedicated skills section.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I optimize a recent-graduate resume for ATS?

Mirror the exact keywords from the job posting, use a single-column layout, and put a clear Skills section near the top. Applyvo scores your resume and lists the missing terms.

Which keywords matter most for graduate roles?

The terms that appear in the job description itself. The chips above show what graduate postings most commonly ask for, but always tailor to each posting.

Why is my graduate resume getting rejected by ATS?

Usually a low keyword match or a layout the parser mangles. Run it through an ATS checker, fix the missing keywords, and switch to a clean single-column format.