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You can easily search for jobs on LinkedIn from the Jobs homepage by describing the job that you want in your own words. For example, you can write “I want to use my marketing skills to help cure cancer” or “senior designer for fintech in California.” You can narrow down results by adding more detail.
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Consider researching the companies and ways you can recognize and avoid fraudulent tactics before you apply.
Note: If you have any concerns about a job post, you can report it.
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Set up job alerts based on your previous job searches, preferences, and specific companies to ensure you’ll regularly receive relevant job notifications.
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Find remote jobs and set up a job alert to increase your chances of being one of the first applicants.
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Save jobs while browsing job search results on LinkedIn to come back later to apply for them.
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Access unique insights about jobs (exclusive to Premium accounts) to help you make informed decisions on whether the job is a good fit for you.
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Upload a default resume to use when applying for jobs posted on LinkedIn and save up to four additional resume options for different job descriptions.
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Keep track of jobs you’ve applied to on a spreadsheet with dates and notes.
Note: You can view all applications for Easy Apply jobs hosted on LinkedIn. Jobs that require application completion on their company website won’t be available on this list.
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Add a recent profile photo.
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Update your current location.
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Update your education information.
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Add contact information if you’d like to be contacted outside of LinkedIn.
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Use the summary to share more information about yourself and what types of opportunities you’re pursuing.
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Enable the #OpenToWork feature to let recruiters know that you’re open to new opportunities.
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Ask connections to endorse your skills and provide a recommendation.
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Connect with other LinkedIn members who share a professional relationship with you.
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Explore topics and conversations of interest in LinkedIn Groups.
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Contact the job poster via InMail (when available) to tell them why you want the job.
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Follow the company’s LinkedIn Page for their most recent news and updates.
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Engage with content posted by the companies you’re interested in.
You can also use the checklist below to manage your job search on LinkedIn.
Printable Job Search Checklist.pdf
Learn more
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- Premium insights about job applicants and hiring companies
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- Manage jobs you saved on LinkedIn
- View jobs you’ve applied for on LinkedIn
- Add, change, edit, or delete your LinkedIn profile photo
- Update your current position in your introduction section
- Add, edit, or remove education entries from your profile
- Edit the contact info section of your profile
- Edit the introduction section on your profile
- Let recruiters know you’re open to work
- Managing your settings for receiving and giving skill endorsements
- Request a recommendation
- Find and join a LinkedIn group
- Follow and unfollow an organization on LinkedIn
- Like, unlike, and react to posts or comments
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