Top Sites for Posting Your Resume and Enhancing Job Search

Finding and using the best resume posting sites is an efficient and effective job search strategy.

Most experts agree that you should post your resume to an online resume-posting website to increase your chances of getting noticed by employers and recruiters. However, it can be hard to know exactly which resume-posting site to use – without a little help, that is.

Well, you've come to the right place! In this article, you'll learn where to post your resume to ensure the highest visibility to aid your job search.

Here is our list of the best resume posting sites to use, followed by a quick description of how to upload your resume to each one. Almost all are free – and they're all easy to use:

The right resume-posting website for you

Everyone's circumstances are different, so as you go through the list of where to post your resume, be sure that what the resume-posting site has to offer will benefit you personally. Simply sticking your resume everywhere you can is a phenomenal waste of time – be picky, look for niche job boards, and use industry-specific sites when you can.

With that said, let's get into the list of top sites for posting your resume and enhancing your job search.

The most popular resume-posting sites

The first thing that probably pops into your head when you hear about where to post your resume is sites like Indeed, CareerBuilder, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, and LinkedIn. Yes! You should absolutely post your resume to these sites. They're well-known and widely used, so you really can't go wrong.

1. Indeed

Indeed is not only the largest job board in the United States but also the largest job board globally, with over 200 million visitors each month. So, if you plan to post to only one site, post here for maximum exposure.

First, you need to create your individual Indeed account. Then, you can upload your resume.

2. CareerBuilder

For over twenty years, CareerBuilder's website clearly states its objective: “Each day, we help job seekers and companies connect, giving people a chance to find their calling and many employers a chance to find and hire top talent to help grow their business.” Over 100 million jobs are posted on CareerBuilder, so don't wait.

This link takes you to their jobs page, where you can upload your resume.

3. Glassdoor

Glassdoor is unique because not only can you post your resume, but you can read what present and past employees think of their company and look at current salary data for your specific job or career interests.

Glassdoor requires you to sign in. Once you create your login, you can upload your resume and complete a profile for employers to see.

4. ZipRecruiter

While posting your resume here takes a few extra steps, it's worth it to be seen by the thousands of employers who use it.

Once you create your ZipRecruiter account and sign in, click on the “Profile” link at the top right. You'll see options to add information and upload your resume. If you keep scrolling, you'll find more information about inputting your information to create a specific “online resume.”

5. LinkedIn

Your LinkedIn profile should be written so that it complements your resume. On top of writing a compelling profile, you can also upload your ATS-friendly resume into the “Resumes and application data” section. The great news is that LinkedIn makes it really simple to upload your resume. Simply go to the “Resumes and application data” page and click “upload.”

From there, you can access the resume you've uploaded when you apply for jobs through LinkedIn's website.

Where to post your resume if you want a government job

Whether you want a federal, state, or local government job, your best bet is to post your resume on a database that's separate from the most popular job boards. You'd use sites like USAJOBS or your local municipal job board – just search 'job boards in my city.'

6. USAJOBS

If you want to work for the United States government in any capacity, your resume needs to be uploaded here to be seen by a wide range of government organizations.

Start by clicking the “Create Profile” button on the home page. Once you have a profile, you can upload your resume so it's visible to the various recruiters who use the site.

Where to post your resume if you're fresh out of college

Before you become an expert in your field, you have to be a beginner; therefore, you need to find entry-level positions so you can start climbing your particular career ladder. Don't worry; it's not as hard as you may think because there are resume-posting sites specifically geared toward people who have just graduated.

Here are a couple:

7. College Recruiter

While you should check your college website or placement office for help in finding the best resume posting sites to use, College Recruiter also helps recent graduates and current college students find their first job.

College Recruiter posts jobs from Fortune 1,000 companies, federal government agencies, and other employers looking to hire college-age or newly-graduated candidates.

8. CollegeGrad.com

This is arguably the best site for starting your career. In fact, one of the first things you'll see when you visit CollegeGrad.com is that they proclaim to be the '#1 Entry Level Job Site.' Here, you can search for jobs, get advice, and upload your resume. All you have to do is register for an account and get to work.

Where to post your resume if you want to work freelance

The world of working remotely has seen dramatic increases over the last few years. More people are deciding that going to a building every day just isn't for them. It can be scary leaving behind the world of brick-and-mortar jobs, but it's very doable!

You still need a compelling resume and you still want to upload it to some job boards. But, instead of using the most popular resume-posting sites, you'd use ones that are specifically designed to get freelancers the work they need.

For example:

9. FlexJobs

While the concept of freelancing may be gaining traction, freelance jobs have actually been around for quite some time. FlexJobs was created in 2007 and allows people to find remote, work-from-home, and hybrid roles. The site isn't free, though; it costs $2.95 for 14 days or $5.95 per month, depending on your needs. There is a 14-day guarantee that if you're unhappy, you can get your money back.

Where to post your resume if you want an industry-specific job

When you get some relevant experience under your belt or are trying to enter into a highly-targeted job search, it will serve you better to use an industry-specific job board. Doctors, lawyers, finance pros, and IT jobs can be tedious to find on sites like Indeed. So, your best bet is to use one of these:

10. Specific Industry Sites

There are websites and job boards for a wide variety of specific industries. A quick online search will help you find the right one for you and show you how to post your resume. Here are a few sites to get you started:

Where to post your resume: Final thoughts

A few important things to remember before posting your resume:

Make sure that you have optimized your resume for the applicant tracking system (ATS), which many companies use to scan through applicants.

Make sure your resume includes the right keywords for a specific job or industry so that a recruiter can find you and your resume can pass the ATS. You can find these keywords in the job description posted by the organization. What words are they repeating or emphasizing within their requirements?

Posting your resume to an online site really is one of the most efficient and effective job-search techniques to find your next great job. Also, as you visit these and other sites, keep an eye out for links to their free mobile apps to download. This allows you to check your job-search status from anywhere, anytime.

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This article was originally written by Lisa Tynan, and has been updated by Marsha Hebert.