Your smartphone is the key to finding your next job. Apply for jobs anywhere, any time, on the go.

Companies, recruiters and hiring managers are aware of the attachment everyone has to their phones. Think about it, when was the last time you went one entire day without your smartphone? As such, processes have been put in place to make it easier for job seekers to find and apply for vacancies.

This means that you can now find a new job even easier by using your cellphone. Not only can you apply from anywhere, but the entire process only takes a a couple of seconds. Compare this to the days when you physically had to drop your CV at Company ABC’s offices (and how many taxis does it take to get to the CBD? Shooo!).

If you aren't already using your phone to find and apply for jobs, you're missing out big time. Here’s how you can make your job search easy using your phone:

Save your CV and cover letter on your phone

Most job sites allow you to add attachments whenever you apply for a vacancy. The 'add attachments' button is where you'll need to append your CV, cover letter and results. If you find a vacancy on Facebook, or your friend Whatsapped you a vacancy, or you bump into an employee of Company ABC at a networking event, you'll be able to send share your documents instantly.

The easiest way to save the documents on your mobile phone, and make sure you can access your documents from every corner of the earth, is by emailing it to yourself right after you've made the latest changes. It’ll be in your inbox forever (or at least until you delete your email account).

Browse the web for vacancies

Job sites have made their interface mobile friendly which enables you to navigate their job listings board easily and quickly on your phone. This can be done where ever you have a data connection.

In a long line? Go to m.careers24.com. On a long commute home? Browse m.careers24.com. Awkward and alone in a corner at a party? Find your dream job with m.careers24.com.

Who needs an internet cafe, wifi password or big expensive computer? Not you!

Send yourself job listings.

If you ever come across a vacancy that you’re interested in, you can email the webpage to yourself, save and send the link url, or even take a screenshot using your phone. Next step is to apply as soon as you get a chance. 

Another option is to sign up for job alerts. This way, you will receive an email every single time a recruiter uploads a vacancy that contains your desired job title, industry or keyword. You never have to miss another opportunity again.

Start by applying for one of the thousands of vacancies on Careers24. Good luck!