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Apple ATS Tips

How to get your resume past Apple's Applicant Tracking System and into the hands of a recruiter.

Which ATS does Apple use?

Apple uses Workday as their Applicant Tracking System. This means your resume will be parsed and scored by Workday's algorithms before a human ever sees it.

Application Tips for Apple

Apple uses Workday as their ATS. Upload a clean PDF resume.

Apple values obsessive attention to detail — your resume should reflect that.

Focus on craftsmanship and the "why" behind your work, not just the "what."

Apple is secretive — don't expect details about the role. Show breadth and adaptability.

Keywords That Resonate at Apple

These terms reflect Apple's culture and values. Naturally weaving them into your resume and cover letter signals cultural fit.

innovationsimplicityattention to detailcraftsmanshipprivacyuser experienceexcellencecollaboration

General ATS Formatting Rules

  • ✓Use a clean, single-column layout — multi-column formats confuse most ATS parsers.
  • ✓Stick to standard section headings: Experience, Education, Skills, Certifications.
  • ✓Avoid images, tables, text boxes, and headers/footers — these are often stripped.
  • ✓Submit as PDF unless the job posting specifically requests .docx.
  • ✓Match keywords from the job description exactly — ATS scores keyword overlap.

Check your resume against Apple's ATS

Huntly's ATS optimizer scores your resume and gives you specific suggestions to pass Apple's system.

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