Searching for a job is never easy, especially in a bad economy. If only there were “an app for that”. Well, guess what. There is Actually, there are several iPhone apps for job seekers. The only problem is finding ones that are worth the cost. Here are just five awesome iPhone apps for job seekers.
Audio Job Interview
Do you get nervous in interviews? Many people do. That’s why this app is a must-have. The Audio Job Interview app allows you to select from a variety of questions to setup an interview. Once you’ve selected your questions, the app will begin asking the questions aloud and you will record your answers. The interview can then be attached to your resume or you can send a link to companies you’re interested in working for. Best of all, this app is free.
BeamMe
They say the best way to get a job is through networking and this app makes the process incredibly simple. Instead of having to invest in expensive business cards, you can use this free app to electronically send your business card to any mobile device or computer. You can also use the rmbrme.com website to keep up with who you’ve shared your information with.
JobCompass
Do you hate searching for jobs and finding the perfect job only to find out it’s 1,000 miles away? With the free app JobCompass you can search for jobs based on your current location. You can also search for jobs across the United States and find out how far away they are. Best of all, you can even apply for the job through the app.
GOOD JOB
Keeping up with all the information when searching for a job can be frustrating. With this app, the process becomes much easier. Not only can you easily keep up with all the log-in information for job sites, but you can also organize contact information, keep track of resumes and cover letters sent to different jobs and even keep track of jobs. For a small price of $2.99 this app will keep you well organized.
CareerBliss
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work for a company or what type of salary they offer? That’s exactly the type of information you’ll find on this free app. CareerBliss gives you the inside scoop with company ratings, salary information and information on open jobs of almost 650,000 companies.
Searching for a job is much easier when you have the right information. With these apps you can rest assured that you’re on the right track by staying organized, working on your interview skills and finding out about the companies you want to apply to. Best of all though, most of these apps are free.
Carrol Patruska specializes in helping unemployed individuals from all walks of life find new jobs. She highly recommends Modis IT recruitment services and many similar groups for those with specific areas of expertise.