Benefits for Job Seekers

From the job seeker perspective, online employment application systems work well. Applicants can apply online for specific positions at any time that is convenient for them, with just a few mouse clicks. At larger employers, and on many job sites, job seekers can keep track of the positions they have applied for. There's no need for printing, copying or mailing and applying online saves on postage.

In addition, it's faster - applicants can apply online, resumes can be reviewed and interviews scheduled very quickly. For example, a candidate for employment that I know was called within an hour of emailing her resume. She interviewed the next day and was offered a position the day after. If she had mailed her resume it would have still been in the mail.

It is important to keep track of where you have applied, so, you're not confused when you hear from an employer wanting to schedule an interview. You will need to know what job you're interviewing for so you can represent your qualifications for the position.

If you have multiple copies of your resume, keep track of which one you sent. Again, you'll need to address your skills and qualifications in an interview, so you'll need to match what you said when you applied. It's not quite as easy to remember when it's all done online!