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ZipRecruiter Guide: Search, Apply From Your Phone and Track Applications
A practical guide to ZipRecruiter for US job seekers, covering smart searches, the mobile app, job alerts, quick applying and how to avoid fake postings.
ZipRecruiter is a US job marketplace that many people use alongside Indeed. It is known for its mobile app and for making it quick to apply to several jobs in one sitting. This guide explains how to get relevant results, how alerts work and how to keep your search safe.
What ZipRecruiter is
ZipRecruiter lists jobs from employers across the United States, from local hourly roles to office and remote positions. Searching is free for job seekers. You can use the website, or download the free app from its mobile page, which ZipRecruiter promotes as a top-rated job seeker app on iOS and Android.
Who it suits
ZipRecruiter works well if you want to apply to many similar roles quickly, such as driver, warehouse, retail or customer service jobs, and you are comfortable handling your search on a phone. It is also useful if you like being told when something happens, because the app can send alerts for new matching jobs and, according to ZipRecruiter, when an employer views your application.
How to search well
Start with a clear job title and your city or ZIP code. Then:
- Try two or three titles for the same work. "Delivery driver", "route driver" and "courier" often bring up different postings.
- Add a skill or requirement. Words like "CDL", "forklift", "bilingual" or "overnight" narrow the list to roles that match you.
- Check the posting date. Newer postings are usually still accepting applications.
- Read the full description. Pay, schedule and requirements vary by employer and region, and the posting is the only place to confirm them.
Save the jobs you like so you can compare them later, and keep a short list of the ones you applied to.
Job alerts and notifications
Users of the app report daily notifications for jobs that match their preferences, and some find the volume high. To keep alerts useful, set them for specific job titles and a realistic commute area, delete searches you no longer need, and adjust your notification settings. A smaller number of relevant alerts is far more helpful than a flood of loosely matched ones.
How to apply
Many jobs allow a quick application using a saved profile and resume, which is handy on a phone. Quick does not mean careless: make sure your resume shows your most recent work, contact details and any licenses or certifications, such as a CDL or forklift training. For jobs you really want, it is worth visiting the employer's own site as well. If an employer contacts you, reply promptly and politely, and confirm interview details in writing.
Keep track of your search
When you apply to many jobs quickly, it is easy to lose track. Use the app's list of jobs you have applied to, and keep your own simple record of the employer, job title, date and any contact names. When an employer calls, you will know exactly which role they mean, and you can follow up politely after a week or so if you have not heard back.
Stay safe
Job scams appear on every large job site. The Federal Trade Commission's job scam guidance says honest employers will never ask you to pay to get a job. Never pay a fee to apply, never deposit a check from a new "employer" and send money back, and walk away from reshipping jobs or offers of big pay for little work. Use a verified company email or phone number before sharing personal or bank details, and report scams at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the app to use ZipRecruiter?
No. You can search and apply on the website. The app adds phone notifications and makes quick applying easier when you are away from a computer.
Why am I getting too many job alerts?
Alerts follow your saved searches and preferences. Narrow the job title and location, delete searches you no longer need, and change notification settings in your account.
Is every job on ZipRecruiter real?
Most postings come from genuine employers, but scammers use every job site. Check the company independently and never pay to apply, buy equipment up front or cash a check for a new employer.
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