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Applying for a Job on Indeed

Some jobs let you apply directly on Indeed. Others take you to the employer's website. This article explains the applications you complete on Indeed. It covers the full process, from starting an application to what happens after you submit it.

Searching for jobs

  1. Create an account or sign in.
  2. Find a job that matches what you're looking for. Here are some tips to improve your job search.
Tip: Did you find a role you like, but you're not ready to apply yet? Save the job so you can find it again later.

Applying for a job

Start the application

  1. Click or tap Apply now on the job listing.
  2. The application will open on Indeed.
  3. In some cases, you may need to verify your phone number.

Add your resume

You can apply with:

If you use a resume file, you can:

  • Upload a file
  • Use a file already uploaded to your profile
  • Select Resume options to Upload a different file

Answer employer questions

  • Some employers ask questions about skills, experience, or qualifications.
  • You must answer these questions before you can continue.

Review and submit

  1. Review your application details.
  2. You can add supporting documents if you want.
  3. Click or tap Submit your application.
Tip: You can save your application as a draft and finish it later.

What happens next

  • After you submit your application, you'll get an on-screen confirmation. We'll also send you a confirmation email.
  • Track your application's status in the Applied tab of your My jobs page.
  • Some employers allow you to follow up on your application.
  • Employers may contact you through Indeed Messages to schedule interviews or share next steps.
Did you know? Some employers include extra steps after you apply. These may include AI recruiter questions or a bot mitigation check. These steps are optional and are not required to submit your application.

What to do if the employer doesn't respond

After one to two weeks

  • Wait for the employer to review applications.

  • Check your spam or junk folder for messages.

After two to three weeks

  • If the employer allows follow-ups, send a polite message.

  • Keep your message short and professional.

  • Restate your interest in the role.

After three to four weeks

  • If you haven't heard back, it's okay to move on.

  • Keep applying to other jobs.

  • Don't take it personally if you don't hear back.

Did you know? Being ghosted by employers doesn't mean you did something wrong. Employers often receive many applications and might not respond to everyone.

FAQs

Question: I made a mistake in my application. Can I edit it?

Answer: No, you can't change an application after you submit it. If you need to correct something, contact the employer directly.

Technical support

Problem: I submitted my application, but I didn't receive a confirmation email.

  1. Solution: If you applied on the employer's website, Indeed doesn't send a confirmation email. Contact the employer directly if you have questions about your application.
  2. Solution: Indeed emails may be marked as spam or junk. Follow the steps from your email provider to allow messages from Indeed.
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