Quick summary
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
- Create an account or sign in.
- 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
- Click or tap Apply now on the job listing.
- The application will open on Indeed.
- In some cases, you may need to verify your phone number.
Add your resume
You can apply with:
- Your profile on Indeed, or
- A resume file
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
- Review your application details.
- You can add supporting documents if you want.
- Click or tap Submit your application.
Tip: You can save your application as a draft and finish it later.
Next steps
- 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.
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.
- 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.
- Solution: Indeed emails may be marked as spam or junk. Follow the steps from your email provider to allow messages from Indeed.
Contacting us
Step 1
Need more help? Send us the details below so we can investigate:
- A screenshot or screen recording of the issue
- What kind of device are you using?
- Are you accessing Indeed through the app or a browser?
- If using a browser, what version are you using?
Step 2
Click or tap Submit a request.