Yes — and it would be foolish not to. AI tools like ChatGPT help with structuring, wording, and revising. The crucial point: the result must sound authentic and reflect your real experience. Pure AI texts without revision sound generic and are recognised by experienced recruiters. Rule: AI is your co-author, not your ghostwriter.
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