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AI Keyword Targeting

Updated on
August 14, 2025
AI Keyword Targeting
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Astley Cervania
August 21, 2025

The Rezi AI Keyword Targeting feature helps you identify what keywords are missing on your resume from the job description. 

Target your resume

In today's job market, landing an interview demands more than a one-size-fits-all resume. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) scan resumes for specific keywords matching the job requirements. So, yes, customizing your resume for each role is crucial. No worries, though—we've got you covered.

Rezi’s AI Keyword Targeting is designed to boost your ATS success (and Rezi Score). Our tool suggests relevant keywords to include in your resume, making it ATS-friendly and increasing your chances of getting noticed. Below, we explain everything you need to know to make targeting your resume a breeze.

What Is Rezi AI Keyword Targeting?

Rezi AI Keyword Targeting is a tool that scans your resume against a job description so that you know what keywords are missing. 

To get past applicant tracking systems (ATS) and hiring software, your resume needs to include keywords from the job description. Rezi AI Keyword Targeting is designed specifically for finding resume keywords. You can see what keywords you’ve included, what’s missing, and even get suggestions on where to place missing ones into your resume. 

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How to Use Rezi AI Keyword Targeting 

You’ll need three key details:

  • Job title
  • Job description
  • Company name

With these, you can then target your resume through one of two ways.

Method 1: Create a new resume

When building a new resume, you can optimize it for a particular role with Rezi AI Keyword Targeting. Just activate and complete the “Target Your Resume” section. This method is best for those looking to create a new resume that’s targeted to a particular role or job description from the beginning. 

  1. To create a resume, navigate to your Rezi dashboard.
  2. Click the “Create New Resume” button in the top left corner.
  3. Complete the form provided, filling out the Resume Name, Field or Domain, and Experience.
  4. Then toggle the “Target your resume” button to activate.
  5. From there, fill out the Job Title, Company Name, and Job Description.
  6. Press the “Save” button to complete.

Method 2: Finish up tab

This method is best for those looking to tailor an existing resume. When you’re close to completing a new resume inside Rezi, or if you already have a resume but just want to target it, simply head to the “finish up” tab and follow these steps:

  1. To access AI Keyword Targeting, navigate to the "Finish Up" tab.
  2. On the right side of your screen, fill out the Job Title and Job Description.
  3. Click the “Save Job Description” button and discover optimized keywords.

Where to Put Keywords on Your Resume

Now that you’ve found what keywords are missing from your resume, here’s where you can place them:

  • Skills section. If the keyword is a skill such as “data analysis” or “Tableau,” then you could simply add it to your list of skills. 
  • Summary section. If applicable, add the keyword when highlighting an area of expertise or notable accomplishment. 
  • Bullet points. Review any existing bullet point in any resume section and see if you can embed the keyword when describing a responsibility, task, project, or outcome. Alternatively, consider writing a new bullet point. 

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Why Job Seekers Love Rezi AI Keyword Targeting

  • Instant keyword evaluation. In seconds, see which keywords from a job description that you have and haven’t included. 
  • ATS compatibility. Improve your chances of getting past applicant tracking systems (ATS) by making sure you’ve included the right skills, experiences, and qualifications. 
  • Save time with easier and faster tailoring. No need to manually compare job descriptions. Customize each resume in as fast as 5–15 minutes.
  • Extremely simple to use. Just upload or input your resume and job description, and then watch the list of keywords generate. 
  • Placement suggestions. After using Rezi AI Keyword Targeting, you can then conveniently use Rezi AI Keyword Tailoring for suggestions on how to add or where to put missing keywords.
  • Works for both new and existing resumes. Use it while creating a resume to target it from scratch or to optimize one you’ve already written. 

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