Web Apps You Should Be Using in the Job Hunt

Let’s face it: looking for a job isn’t fun. There are resumes to create, cover letters to write, and interviews to prepare for – often dozens at the same time. To make the process as smooth and efficient as possible, you need to use the best tools available. And that means web apps and online services designed to help with the job hunt. Sure, the market is crowded with them, but these seven standouts are worth a look.

USAJobs

You’re probably familiar with Monster, CareerBuilder and other job posting giants. But if you’re interested in a federal job, head over to USAJobs.gov. This is the official website for jobs within the U.S. government, and it includes thousands of job listings, as well helpful tips and resources for landing the government job of your dreams. Even better? You can apply directly for federal jobs through the site.

Internships.com

If you’re just starting out, you may need to gain more relevant experience in order to land your ideal job. Enter Internships.com, a site that’s dedicated to connecting students and young professionals with internships around the country. More than 25,000 employers in more than 8,800 cities are registered with the site, which averages about 60,000 listings at any given time. Full-time, part-time, paid and unpaid internships are available, so be sure to check it out.

CareerSonar

Everybody knows that knowing the right people is one of the best ways to get ahead in the job hunt. CareerSonar, a social job discovery site, helps by ranking available online jobs according to your Facebook and LinkedIn connections with them. In other words, it lets you know who is connected with which companies that have open positions. You never know – the perfect opportunity may be out there, and someone you know may have an in.

1-Page Proposal

1-Page Proposal lets you quickly and easily create a professional proposal for an internship, job, freelance gig or any other professional opportunity. Ready-made templates can be customized to suit your needs, and you can then save it to your computer, print it or send it. The benefit? Job proposals are a unique way to stand out in a sea of resumes, and they allow you to address an existing need at a company or within an industry.

Tavorro (formally ResumeBear)

Tired of sending out resumes without knowing who sees them or how they fare? Tavarro is a web app that lets you track the resumes you send to see when or if they’re opened, who read them, and whether or not they are printed. In addition to giving you a better idea of the reach of your resume, the app lets you see which resume styles generate the most interest and matches you with jobs based on your profile.

CareerEnlightenment.com

Social media is a great tool to leverage to make a job search easier. But where do you begin? What are the best tools and techniques to use? What sites are the most effective when it comes to job hunting and professional networking? CareerEnlightenment is filled with useful information about these and other topics concerning the intersection of job searches and social media. It’s updated regularly, too, so be sure to check in often to learn about the latest tips and tricks.

VisualCV

These days, paper resumes don’t always cut it. Transform your boring, static resume into one that’s engaging and interactive with VisualCV, a handy web-based tool. All you have to do is upload your basic resume – the web app then helps you insert links, videos, examples of your work and whatever else you’d like to add to take your resume to the next level. This is a great way to provide prospective employers with more in-depth information about your skills, experiences and more.

Landing a job isn’t easy. But it can be easier, if you use all the tools at your disposal. The Internet is bursting with useful web apps that can help make short work of even the most stress-inducing job hunt, so get started now!

What online apps and services do you use when you’re looking for a job? Let us know in the comments.

Web Apps You Should Be Using in the Job Hunt