Job Search - There must be an app for that

Job Search - There must be an app for that We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. I was looking at the LinkedIn find jobs tab (found under Jobs at the top of your LinkedIn page), did a quick search and found a job opportunity that looked like it would be a perfect fit for me. As I read through the job description I got more and more excited about the opportunity. I decided that I must apply for this job. I quickly scrolled down to the bottom of the page where there was a large Apply on Company Website button. I was about to click this when I say the following On Fire! 285 people have clicked Yikes! Maybe if I was one of the first 25 people to apply I might have a chance, but number 286, not very likely to be worth my time. The Internet is a great enabling tool for job search and that is exactly what sometimes makes it a poor tool. The shear volume of applications that are potentially received for each opportunity creates a decreasing value of time spent as the number of applications (for a particular opportunity) increases. Yeah, we all feel good when we click the apply button having completed the application because we feel like weve done something positive in our search, but you have to balance the time spent on certain tools with the potential value derived. So whats the point? Online search engines (including their mobile app cousins which is the topic of todays article) have limited value based on the very short shelf life of any one opportunity. Online search is truly a great example of time is of the essence. Using a mobile job search app may just give you the early warning you need to be one of the first to apply for an opportunity. So many job search apps, so little time. For clarity, Ive given my brief narrow definition of a job search app for the purposes of this article (see below). Ive focused on just a few of those apps that have both desktop full browser versions and mobile versions (and are FREE). Job Search Apps So (my) quick definition of a job search app == An application that runs on a smartphone (iOS, Android or other) that allows the user to search for job opportunities that match specific criteria. Not every app is on every platform, but many are on both iOS and Android (and maybe even Windows). Simply Hired From one of the top job search sites, this app is available in both a iPhone version and an Android version. Search for jobs using a location or app use your current location, save jobs, email jobs, view job descriptions, search history and apply to jobs from the app. The app does not seem to integrate with your Simplyhired account (that would be nice!). If you email the job to yourself you can use the Simplyhired browser version to apply as well. Monster Another name we all (should) know, although some other sites have become more popular, Monster also has iPhone/Android apps. Monster, however, allows you to sign-in as you do on your desktop, leveraging saved searches, creating a new search or viewing recent searches. You can save the job, email the job or apply leveraging resumes and cover letters from your main account (or create a new cover letter). A powerful app with lots of functionality. Indeed Sticking with the best known job search sites, Indeed has both and iPhone and Android app. Like Monsters app, you can sign-in, view your current resume, save jobs, email the job and view the job. Once you view the job, you can apply (typically from the companys site). Beyond The browser version of this site sometimes has annoying ads that are confusing (see Career Builder below), but you can link to the browser account via the app (although the initial sign-in on the app is confusing). You can set email alerts and pick your industry from the app. You can apply directly from the app, see search history, save jobs and also see articles/videos on job search. And yes, there is an iPhone app and an Android app. Career Builder (iPhone/Android) This app asks if you want to synchronize your stuff from your existing CareerBuilder account or create a new account. You can search jobs, see recommended jobs, create favorites, see or add resumes plus a few other options. Once you find and view a job, you can apply through the CareerBuilder app. Book Corner [easyazon_link asin=1489524983 locale=US new_window=default nofollow=default tag=caree07-20 add_to_cart=default cloaking=default localization=default popups=default]Get the Job: Optimize Your Resume for the Online Job Search[/easyazon_link] We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+ Job Search job title, keywords, company, location jobs by //