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AI Cover Letter: How Artificial Intelligence Writes for You

No more hours spent writing cover letters. In 2026, AI can generate a personalized letter in seconds. But not all tools are created equal.

Why Use AI for Cover Letters?

Writing a cover letter is one of the most dreaded tasks for job seekers. And for good reason: it needs to be customized for each offer, taking an average of 30 to 45 minutes per application.

With artificial intelligence, this process is reduced to a few seconds. AI analyzes the job listing, compares it to your profile, and generates a tailored letter highlighting your most relevant skills.

Key advantage: AI doesn't just speed up the process. It produces more targeted letters because it systematically analyzes job keywords and integrates them naturally.

ChatGPT vs Specialized Tool: What's the Difference?

Many candidates use ChatGPT to write their cover letters. It's a good start, but a specialized tool like JobyApp offers significant advantages:

Criteria ChatGPT JobyApp
Job contextCopy-paste manuallyAutomatic (built-in scraping)
Your profileDescribe each timeSaved (permanent profile)
DOCX templateNoYes (your own template)
ATS optimizationNot targetedBuilt-in automatically
Batch (x20 letters)ImpossibleIn a few minutes

How Does It Work in Practice?

  1. Create your profile with your skills, experience and goals
  2. Upload your template for the cover letter (or use the default one)
  3. Select a job listing from the search results
  4. AI generates a personalized letter in 30 seconds
  5. Download the ready-to-send DOCX file

Tips to Maximize AI Effectiveness

  • Complete your profile thoroughly — the more information AI has, the more relevant the letter
  • Customize your template — use your own layout to maintain your identity
  • Always proofread — AI is a tool, not a replacement. A final human check remains important
  • Adjust the tone — specify in your profile whether you prefer a formal or dynamic style

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