BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland job seekers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to give their resumes a competitive edge, with a new study ranking the state fourth nationwide for interest in AI-assisted job applications.
The research, conducted by business productivity platform TEMPLATE.NET, analyzed monthly Google search data for 20 terms related to AI resumes and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). The study compared search volumes against population figures to determine which states are most actively using AI to enhance their job applications.
Maryland had an average of 200 monthly searches per 100,000 residents, a rate 10.7% higher than the national average of 180.62. The state, with a population of 6,309,380, generated 12,620 monthly searches for terms such as “AI resume builder,” “ATS-friendly resume,” and “best resume layout.”
A TEMPLATE.NET spokesperson noted that the data signals a shift in how Marylanders are approaching their job search.
“The data clearly shows that job seekers in states like Maryland are no longer relying solely on traditional methods; they’re embracing AI to give themselves a competitive edge,” the spokesperson said in a statement. “From crafting ATS-friendly resumes to designing professional layouts, these tools are helping applicants save time, improve quality, and stand out in a crowded job market.”
The spokesperson added that the trend of AI-powered job-hunting is expected to accelerate, reflecting a broader shift toward “smarter, more efficient career-building strategies.”
The study was conducted by TEMPLATE.NET, an online platform that provides customizable templates, design tools and productivity resources.
