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IIT graduate uses AI to create cover letter, gets caught

A screenshot of an AI-generated cover letter has gone viral on Twitter. The cover letter contains a code, implying it was created using an automated template.

Published on: Jul 17, 2023 04:04 PM IST
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undoubtedly revolutionised various aspects of our lives, including writing assistance, but it is not without its shortcomings. Although the technology can produce results quickly, forwarding them without careful review can lead to embarrassing consequences. Unfortunately, this is exactly what happened to an individual who relied on AI to generate their cover letter, only to forward it without any edits. As expected, a screenshot of their cover letter has gone viral on the Internet and received a flurry of responses from netizens.

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A screengrab of the cover letter created by an IIT graduate. (Twitter/@4eo)
A screengrab of the cover letter created by an IIT graduate. (Twitter/@4eo)

“Hi, IIT graduate Akhil. Your code didn’t work. Sincerely, [companyName,fallback=],” wrote Twitter user Leo while sharing a screenshot on Twitter. The picture apparently shows a cover letter of an IIT graduate named Akhil. While the cover letter seemed fine at first glance, it contained the code “[companyName,fallback=]” in two places, revealing that it had been generated using an automated template.

Take a look at the viral screenshot below:

“Well if recruiters use this type of automation so can the candidates. I see nothing wrong with this except the fact that the code didn’t work,” posted a Twitter user. Another added, “He didn’t fail. You reverted him and that’s what he wanted. Few understand.” “This is what happens when you spend 4 years on LeetCode only thinking that the college tag will do the job for you,” commented a third. A fourth shared, “Don’t think it’s his code. Could be an app that is doing it for him.” “O god...this has always been my nightmare!” wrote a fifth. A fifth remarked, “He could have simply said, ‘I really love what you guys do’ and it would’ve been fine!” What are your thoughts on this AI-generated cover letter?

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Arfa Javaid

Arfa Javaid is a journalist working with the Hindustan Times' Delhi team. She covers trending topics, human interest stories, and viral content online.

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