LinkedIn: Professional Networking and Job Search
LinkedIn is the leading professional network and a major place for job search and recruiting. It combines profiles, feed, and job listings. This guide covers what LinkedIn offers for job seekers and professionals.
Networking and jobs
LinkedIn lets you build a profile, connect with others, and browse job listings. Recruiters and hiring managers use it heavily to find and vet candidates. Posting and engaging can increase visibility. Premium (LinkedIn Premium or Sales Navigator, depending on use) adds features like InMail, visibility into who viewed your profile, and learning content. For job seekers, LinkedIn is often essential for visibility and applying; many roles are posted or promoted there. For our full comparison, see Job Search Engines.