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In today’s competitive market, job seekers can do with all of the help they can get. The job application process has become more dynamic and that means you have to make the most out of different new age strategies, including social media and apps. Smartphones have also made it easier for job seekers to take their job hunt on the road, getting notifications for their search whenever they want. This is particularly true for Android powered smartphones, which can be used as a resourceful job hunting tool with the help of cool apps that are available in the market. Here are some of the apps that can help you with your job hunt.

LinkedIn
LinkedIn quite simply is the most powerful professional network online and now you have the option of taking the prowess of the website to your fingertips with the help of the app. From updating your profile to applying for jobs and connecting with other professionals in similar fields, there is a lot you can do with the app. LinkedIn is the present and the future of job searches, which is why if you don’t have a profile on it, you need to get one, now!

JobMo
Are you finding it tedious trying to narrow down your job search from a number of websites? Now you have the option of having jobs from sites like Monster and Indeed aggregated on the JobMo app. You can benefit from the maps, which tell you exactly where the job is located and search topics like salaries, hiring trends and background searches keep you on top of things.

Glassdoor
This is an app that allows you to search jobs and save them. But what’s more, you can do your research about companies, salaries, interview questions and a lot more. The app has also added a new feature called Job Feed, which takes into account your preferences and delivers job listings accordingly. It is done either in news-feed like format or by notifications.

Job Sniffer
Job Sniffer is an app that assures you the latest jobs listings based on your personal requirements, even if you forget to do the searches on your own. You will get constant updates for the kind of jobs that you have been seeking, however it’s important to remember that you have to sync with the latest offers that have been posted. Your job search on Indeed can be organised and automated through this app, which also allows you to use job filters.

Snagajob
Snagajob permits you to apply for jobs from your phone. It has become the No. 1 app for hourly paid jobs or seasonal jobs that can be done on part time or full time basis. It’s a wide reaching app because it lets you search and apply for 350,000 jobs in various industries; from retail to hospitality and customer service. This app has even been recognised by Yahoo! News for its exclusive features. You simply have to download the app, search for jobs and apply.

Ultimate Job Search
Ultimate Job Search has become one of the most popular Android apps for job searches and that’s because it lets you search in multiple job databases from one interface. You can also use RSS feeds to good effect and make sure you search through an unlimited jobs right from one interface. It is a smart looking, easy to use app that gives you options like favourites, search history and email openings.

GetAJob
This app brings to you multiple job vacancies on different sites based on the keywords you choose. You can have the results displayed according to the job title or company name and the app will do the rest by letting you know the location of the vacancy. EverNote note-taking app works very well with this app and that means you can annotate and tag vacancies that you are interested in. The app has a brilliant interface that is easy to use as well, which is why it is practically a must have for all job hunters.

Linkup
Linkup is one of those cutting edge Android apps for job seekers because it draws listings from the company sites directly and puts them together in its own interface. If you choose to apply for the job, you will then be sent to the company site. Keyword and location entry boxes constitute the initial screen of the app, which is very simple to use. Advanced searches can also be carried out with the help of Advanced Mode button that allows radius and company searches. Job search tip of the day can also be a handy option for many.

Jobberman
This app synchronizes with your profile on Jobberman. It is quite unlike your regular android job search apps with a simple layout. You can get this app on various stores like Nokia, Apple iPhone, BlackBerry and Windows. 10 thousand downloads on the Play Store speak volumes about its popularity.

Evernote
Evernote app might not be dedicated to job searches but its robust features mean you can use it to organize just about anything. It gives you the option to organize things in your notebook; from jobs to apply for, jobs already applied to and any advice you get on blogs. Its web based interface is convenient and you can search notes with keywords.

About the Author: I am Ramya Raju, a resume writing expert and career expert who also specialises in creating, writing and developing content, career websites and content for newsletters.  I’m a sociable person, with a great love and interest for photography.