Which AI Tools Should I Use & When?

AI tools are transforming the modern workplace, and as a college student, you have a unique opportunity to get ahead of the curve. Whether you’re polishing your resume, preparing for interviews, building professional projects, or exploring career paths, AI can be a powerful companion throughout your career development journey.

The challenge? There are dozens of tools available, each designed for different purposes, and it can be hard to know which one is right for the task at hand. Here you’ll find a curated overview of Villanova’s Enterprise AI Tools as well as some career-related tools leveraged by the Career Center.

Enterprise AI Tools (University-Approved)

To see AI tools that have have gone through Villanova’s review process and carry defined data classifications, meaning they’re cleared for varying levels of Public, Private, and/or Restricted data (including Microsoft Copilot and more), visit https://www.villanova.edu/university/ai/tools.html.

This site will provide context on what the tool does, tips, and how to access it.


Career-specific AI Tools

ToolPrimary Use CasesStrengthsAccess
Big Resume
https://villanova.biginterview.com/
Provides AI generated resume feedback with Villanova benchmarksCan feed in job descriptions for keyword insights for ATS  Free for Villanova students with single sign-on; secure

For more Villanova recommended and supported AI tools for students, visit: https://www.villanova.edu/university/ai/tools.html

Source: Villanova University AI Tools page. Availability, pricing, and approval status are subject to change — check the official page for the latest details.