11 best Android apps to help you find a job

Finding work is both easier and harder than it used to be. It’s easier because the magic of the Internet allows you to search large databases and the magic of word processing allows you to create tight, solid resumes and CVs. However, navigating those things can be difficult for some people because not everything is straightforward. In this roundup, we’ll look at the best Android apps to help you find a job.

cPro Craigslist Free Client

[Price: Free with in app purchases]
It’s true that Craigslist job postings are a jungle of confusion, scams, and crappy sales jobs. However, the platform is becoming increasingly popular with businesses looking for workers and you can find some decent, credible, and solid job offers there. cPro makes one of the most solid Craigslist apps available anywhere so it’s definitely worth a shot.

Job Search by Glassdoor

[Price: Free]
The first of many apps whose naming conventions were decided by a newbie marketing executive, Job Search by Glassdoor is the first of many large job-oriented databases you can access in app form. You can search for jobs, email jobs to friends (who may also be looking for work), save jobs, and more. You can also find jobs based on salary requirements and read company reviews. It’s a solid all around experience with a few bugs here and there.

Job Search by Indeed Jobs

[Price: Free]
Indeed Jobs is another larger jobs database where you can try your luck in finding work. It boasts a user base of over 100 million job seekers, although that could be construed as a bad thing if they’re all still looking for work. Anyway, you can search for jobs in over 50 countries in 28 languages and apply directly from the app. You can also search full time, part time, etc. It’s another solid app with a few minor issues here and there and definitely worth a shot.

Job Search by Simply Hired

[Price: Free]
Admittedly, of the apps on the list, Simply Hired has one of the more buggy ones but the site itself is well-known as a great database for jobs. It focuses on North America mostly, but you can search for jobs based on location, full time and part time, and by date posted which lowers the likelihood that you’re going to apply for a job that’s already taken. The app design itself isn’t all that great but it works and that’s what matters.

Job Search by Snagajob

[Price: Free]
Another database for those finding work is Snagajob. Some of the more unique features of this app include 1-click applying, status updates about applications you’ve submitted, and daily job matches. You can also record and upload a 30 second video of yourself to introduce yourself to your potential future employer. The app is a fairly rough around the edges but it does work.

Jobs by CareerBuilder

[Price: Free]
CareerBuilder is another well-known jobs database and their app is actually fairly decent. It uses a holo-card design which will be friendly and familiar for most people. It also features jobs in many countries, personalized job recommendations, notifications about new jobs, and more. One of the more interesting features is CareerBuilder lets you see who else has applied for jobs so you can gauge your chances on whether or not you’ll get it.

Job Search by Trovit Jobs

[Price: Free]
Trovit Jobs’ job search app rounds out our list of blandly named job search apps and it’s one of the better apps as well. You can search for jobs by a variety of search parameters in 38 countries and 12 languages around the world which is really nice. You can also set up alerts about jobs and more. It’s simple but sometimes simple is better.

Monster Job Search

[Price: Free]
I’m going to be up front with you. The Monster Job Search app really isn’t that good. It works for the most part but many users have found issues. The reason why this is here is because Monster has one of the most populated, popular, and well-known job databases on the planet and the app works well enough. You’ll probably end up actually applying online using a laptop or desktop, but the app does let you search for jobs, access resumes uploaded to Dropbox and Google Drive, and manage your Monster account.

LinkedIn

[Price: Free]
LinkedIn is a social network for professionals. You can use this to set up what is essentially a social media version of your resume. You can include pretty much any information an employer may need including job history, skills (which your friends can vouch for), and more attributes. You can then hunt for jobs and prospective employers can contact you if they want you to work for them. There’s a lot here to take advantage of.

Resume Builder Pro

[Price: $3.99]
Resumem Builder Pro will help you build a resume that you can be proud of. Naturally, it can’t hold a candle to powerful desktop apps. For mobile, though, you can’t do much better than this. You can build a basic resume that includes the usual things like skills, objective, experience, education, and references. Filling in the information is surprisingly easy given that you’re doing this on a mobile device and the generated resume is professional, if a bit simple and lacking in flair.

Super Resume Builder, CV

[Price: Free with in app purchases]
Another interesting choice for a resume builder is Super Resume Builder, CV. It allows you to create and share resumes, save them on your device, and review resumes you’ve already made. Much like Resume Builder Pro, the resumes generated with this app lack flair or imagination, but they’ll definitely get the job done. The in app purchases are a bit ridiculous at times, but you should be able to use most of the app without buying anything.

Wrap up

If we missed any great Android apps to help find a job, let us know in the comments!

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