This article is part of the “Job search tips” series.
Job-hunting can be inconvenient and time-consuming. But, we know how to make your life a lot easier …
Use job search apps!
Platforms like Indeed and Glassdoor can simplify the process significantly. However, there are a ton of other apps out there.
And with so many to choose from, how are you supposed to find the best one?
In this article, we cover five of the best job search apps. These incredible apps will help make your job hunt stress-free. With the right apps, you can look for jobs both day and night.
And as a busy student, that’s a great perk. You can check new listings and send your resume from your phone while waiting in line at the cafeteria or in between classes. Amazing!
Get ready to take your job hunt to the next level. These apps will help you land a new gig in no time!
1. LinkUp
LinkUp pulls millions of jobs directly from company websites. There’s no need to worry about being misled with this app because there are no scam listings. Hooray!
When you find a job you’re interested in, the app sends you straight to the company’s website. You don’t have to create an account or anything. There’s no time-consuming sign-up process, so you can’t start your application right away!
LinkUp also allows you to organize your job search by location, salary, experience level, and other criteria.
And if you enroll in their email list (all you have to do is enter your email), the app will take note of your past searches and send you relevant new listings. This makes it easy to keep tabs on the job market in your area.
Sounds good to me!
2. Snagajob
Unlike LinkUp, Snagajob requires you to make a profile. But it’s for a good reason.
With a Snagajob account, you can fill out applications quicker than it takes you to say, “Please hire me!”
Here’s how it works:
When setting up your profile, they ask you a series of questions. Then, you upload your resume and cover letter.
The site uses your answers to submit applications on your behalf. This convenient feature makes it easy for you to apply to dozens of jobs at once!
If you want to check the status of an application, sign in to your profile. From there, you can check to see if a hiring manager has reviewed it or if they’re considering you for a position.
It’s that simple!
Want to hear about another cool feature from Snagajob?
You have the option to customize your profile with personalized videos!
You can use this feature to impress potential employers by telling them about yourself and explaining why you’d be a great addition to their team.
3. Good&Co
It can be hard knowing if you’ll fit into a company’s work culture, but Good&Co can help with that.
This intelligent app leads you through a series of personality quizzes to find a job that fits your temperament.
For example, one quiz determines how well you work with others. Then, it points you towards open job positions that match your work style.
Good.co’s testing framework comes from the Big Five personality model. This framework looks at five crucial components of your persona, which are:
- Openness
- Extraversion
- Agreeableness
- Neuroticism
- Conscientiousness
The app does an incredible job of revealing what type of work culture would be the best for you. It’s a great way to find companies that align with your personality.
After you get the scoop, the site allows you to leave the app and apply for jobs directly on the employer’s website.
4. CareerBuilder
CareerBuilder is a favourite app among many looking to jumpstart their careers.
Its interface is easy to navigate, and they have roughly two million listings on their site every day. With this amount of job listings, you won’t have a shortage of jobs to explore!
This mobile platform makes it easy for you to hunt for jobs on the go. You can track your application status, and apply to new jobs with the tap of your finger. Head over to this site to find a wide variety of jobs that align with your work goals.
5. Monster
The Monster app has a lot of unique features other apps do not.
After installing the Monster job search app, you have the option to import your resume or create one through the platform. After you have your resume ready, it’s time to have some fun.
This is where Monster stands out: You can swipe right to a job you want to apply for, or swipe left to pass. Don’t swipe too quickly, though, or you may miss out on an excellent job!
Monster pulls potential jobs from sites like CareerBuilder, ZipRecruiter, and more. It’s essentially an aggregator for all of the best job sites out there!
Besides their cool swipe feature, this app also has a savvy Career Advice section. There, you’ll find advice on how to improve your resume design or find a job with a better salary.
This a valuable resource for job-hungry folks, especially if you’re trying to find your first job after college.
6. RemoteTechJobs.com
Remote Tech Jobs know remote work is the dream for many tech professionals and a problem solver for many companies. Their mission is to connect these two groups and make remote jobs more prevalent.
Why you’ll find a job there quickly:
- They aggregate jobs from 11 boards (Indeed, Stack Overflow, etc.) so you only have to visit one site.
- They let you search by the technologies you specialize in.
- They sort positions into helpful categories.
- They deal only with remote jobs so you don’t have to wade through ones with commutes.
- They offer daily emails about new openings, plus an RSS feed.
As you can see, you can do anything and everything with job search apps on your smartphone.
When you’re getting close to graduation and sweating about your future, these apps will save your life. They’re ready and willing to help you get your career started!
So, download these apps, grab a cup of coffee, and spend a few hours exploring. You could have a job interview by next week!
Author bio
Ryan Sundling is a Group Marketing Manager at Cardinal Group Management. He has over 10 years of experience in the student housing industry and works with Dwell The Statesider on a daily basis to help them with their marketing efforts.
