13 Job Search Apps That Will Help You Get Hired

The only way to get the job you want is to be like a boy scout — always prepared. Mobile job search apps can help you do just that. No matter where you find yourself, you’ll never miss an opportunity because you weren’t ready.

Jobs apps have come a long way over the years. According to recent data from ComScore, the number of applicants searching via a mobile device has risen from 2.3 million to more than 9.3 million. In face, mobile users will outpace desktop users by 2015.

The apps listed here will do everything from deliver job search postings to organize your job search contacts and information – and they will even help you update your resume.

SimplyHired’s mobile app provides a simple, intuitive interface that links to one of the largest job search engines out there. Like Jobrio and Indeed, SimplyHired’s listings are pulled from varied sources around the Web, including job boards, newspapers and company websites.

With the goal of creating a seamless experience whether you’re on your mobile device or your desktop, this app will connect you to relevant job postings fast. “Mobile is a crucial part of the job search equation for candidates and recruiters; we are seeing more than 1/3 of our traffic come from mobile devices today and this is only growing,” says James Beriker, president and CEO of SimplyHired.

Platform: Android, iOS URL: https://simplyhired.com/ Price: Free

LinkUp does things a little differently. Instead of aggregating everything, it focuses its searches on company websites. Using an algorithm and keywords based on your search, LinkUp returns results directly from company pages. Doing so eliminates paid listings and can help you avoid third-party recruiters and scammers alike. An additional upside is that as positions are filled and company websites are updated so are LinkUp’s job search listings — so no more applying to outdated job postings.

Platform: iOS, Android URL: https://www.linkup.com/ Price: Free

Jobs by CareerBuilder is an app that harnesses job listings both locally and across the country. The Jobs app lets you manage your profile, view job listings, apply online, upload your resume, email job listings to yourself or others via social media, and compare yourself to other job seekers going for the same position. The app can also find jobs near you as well as help you to research companies you are interested in.

Platform: iOS, Android URL: https://careerbuilder.com Price: Free