How to Apply for Jobs Directly on Company Websites

How to Apply for Jobs Directly on Company Websites 

Is it better to apply for a job directly through an employer, or is it better to use a third-party job site like Hcareers or Indeed?

Every company has its own hiring process, so there's no real one-size-fits-all answer here. Here's some insight into the process that might help you make a decision.

I actually interned at Indeed last summer and my project, which is since live on their site, allows the Employers to provide those "screening" questions at the time that they post the job to Indeed's system. The purpose was to help bridge the gap from what you described and make the hiring process even quicker for a job seeker.

In the end, I recommend picking the best solution that fits you. The most important part isn't necessarily the medium through which you apply, but rather the quality of your resume and the image you portray to whoever will look at your application. Check job resume preparatin tips and prepare the resume and understand the company culture

Navigating

There are several ways to find company websites:

• If you have a particular company in mind, the simplest way to retrieve their jobs is to Google the company name with the keywords “jobs” or “careers.”
• Search for company profiles on LinkedIn. Most organizations have established a presence on LinkedIn which includes a company profile. Insert the names of target companies into the search window on LinkedIn and then follow the link to jobs on the profiles. You can follow the company, so you’re sure to see the latest listings. Don’t forget to notice if any of your LinkedIn contacts are working at that organization. Consider reaching out to your contacts in advance or concurrent with your direct application on the company website to inform them of your interest, ask for assistance or perspective. It is usually most effective to copy your contacts in with your application materials so they can see how you are representing your case.

• Check US.jobs where you'll be able to browse an extensive list of companies listed on the National Labor Exchange and search for jobs posted on company websites and jobs listed on state job boards.
• Use LinkUp. Job search engine LinkUp searches just for jobs on company websites.
• Leverage the job aggregators. Sites such as Indeed search the web constantly for job postings; check to see if the business you're interested in is listed.

Best of luck in your job seeking endeavors!