Whether you’re looking for a new job, need interview preparation tips or want to make a career change, there’s an app that can help. But with so many job apps to choose from at the moment, how can you tell which are worth your time and money? We’ve done the hard work for you by sifting through dozens of job search, career development and career exploration apps to find the cream of the crop. Here are the eight best job search apps for transforming your career.
Best job search apps for finding a job
LinkedIn Job Search
LinkedIn may have started as a professional networking site, but its jobs service is transforming the recruitment industry as we know it. With employers often posting their vacancies on LinkedIn before traditional job boards, it’s worth keeping the LinkedIn Job Search app close at hand.
Not only can you search at your leisure, you can set up notifications for new jobs as they’re posted. And you can cover all bases by using the recruiter alert function to let recruiters contact you with the types of jobs you want.
Cost: Free basic version. Premium upgrade starting from US$29.99 per month
Available on: iOs and Android
Where to find it: LinkedIn.com
Hirewire
Have you heard about Hirewire yet? If not, you’re missing out. This job search app is perfect for anyone looking for a job in their local area. It’s basically like Tinder for jobs. You create a profile and then swipe through the jobs you like. If the employer who posted the job thinks you could be a good fit for the role, they’ll get in touch to set up an interview.
What could be simpler than that?
Cost: Free
Available on: iOs and Android
Where to find it: Hirewire.com
LinkUp
This app deals with one of the biggest problems faced during a job search: outdated or fake ads. There’s nothing worse than getting excited about an ad only to click on it and discover the position is no longer available. That’s why LinkUp indexes millions of jobs every single day, directly from the websites of employers. If a job is no longer active, it won’t show it to you.
It’s a great idea, with just one downside: it’s focused only on jobs in the US.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOs and Android
Where to find it: www.linkup.com/
Don’t limit yourself to job boards. Apps hold lots of opportunities for job seekers
Best apps for career development
Pockethunt
Pockethunt is a social recruitment app for creatives who are thinking about their next career move. It helps you to connect with others in your industry. You can chat directly to employers, browse their opportunities or connect with them to create a virtual black book of contacts you can call on in the future.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOs and Android
Where to find it: Google Play or the App Store
VolunteerMatch
Volunteering is a powerful way of changing careers. It allows you to gather the experience you need without jeopardising the safety of your current job and without the stress and hassle of finding a full-time job. That’s why VolunteerMatch is such a great resource for anyone thinking about a new career.
OK, it’s an online platform rather than an app, but it’s still worth a mention. It connects organisations looking for volunteers with people looking for volunteer opportunities, and it does so according to your interests and location.
Cost: Free
Where to find it: https://www.volunteermatch.org
Grip
If you hate going to networking events or conference because they’re a dull waste of time, Grip is the app for you. It helps you personally benefit from these events by alerting you to people you’d like to meet at these events. It’s like Tinder for networking events.
All you have to do is fill in your profile and specify the types of people you’d like to connect with at an event and Grip will show you your matches.
This is particularly useful if you’re considering a career change or looking for a new job and need to meet new influential people.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOs and Android
Where to find it: https://grip.events/
Find people to help move your career in the direction you’d like by using the Grip app at your next conference
Best apps for career exploration
Job Scout
We’re firm believers that figuring out what you want to do in life can’t be achieved by doing a quick quiz – you’ve got to dig deep and ask yourself some challenging questions. However, a fun quiz can help to get you thinking differently. That’s where Job Scout comes in. This app gives you ideas about the careers that may be a good fit for you. All you have to do is complete a short quiz. It was developed for students, but it’s still relevant even if your student days are far behind you.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOs and Android
Where to find it: https://www.jobscoutapp.com/start
Curiosity
If you’re completely confused about the best career for you, the best thing to do is to pay attention to the things that naturally grab your interest. Those things hold big clues about your passion and purpose. That’s why we’ve added Curiosity to this list of best job search and career apps.
If you haven’t heard of Curiosity, allow us to explain. It’s an app that curates interesting articles and videos to help you keep learning, growing and discovering fascinating new things about the world. And as you discover new things, you may unearth a potential career path you’ve never considered before.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOs and Android
Where to find it: https://curiosity.com/app/
What’s your go-to job search app or app for career development? Let us know in the comments below.
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