# Jobs & applications

This guide covers the **Job Board**, where listings come from, applying to roles, **My Applications**, match scores, **cover letters**, and tips for South African job seekers.

## Job board

**Path:** **Jobs** (`/jobs`)

### Where jobs come from

AuraCV brings together listings from trusted job boards — it does not employ you directly. Typical sources:

**South Africa:** PNet, CareerJunction, Adzuna SA, Careers24, TopJobSeeker, and related feeds.

**International:** RemoteOK, Remotive, We Work Remotely, Arbeitnow, Jobicy, and more.

Listings **refresh on a schedule** (often daily). Some roles require applying on the **original employer or board site** via an outbound link.

### Common questions: job board

**Why don't I see many jobs?**  
Try broader keywords, switch **region**, or clear filters. Refresh the page.

**Are salaries always shown?**  
Not every listing includes salary. SA roles may use **ZAR**.

**Is every job still open?**  
Feeds can include **expired** roles. If the apply link fails, check the company careers page.

**Does AuraCV guarantee interviews?**  
No. We help you find and track opportunities; employers decide who to interview.

## Searching and filtering

- Search by job title, company, or keywords.
- Filter by **region** (South Africa / International), remote options, and quick role chips.
- Open **Job detail** (`/jobs/:id`) for the full description.

Jobs you select in **AI Hub → Job Matcher** or **Cover letter** come from this same board.

## Applying to jobs

Depending on the listing:

1. **Apply on the employer site** — Follow the link, complete their form, then optionally record the application in AuraCV.
2. **Track in AuraCV** — Update **My Applications** after you apply externally.

Keep **Application Profile** (`/profile`) complete for faster forms and better **match scores**.

### Cover letters from a job

From Job Board or job detail, use **Write cover letter** to open **Cover letter** with that role pre-selected. You can also pick any job from the board inside the cover letter sidebar.

See [AI features — Cover letters](./ai-features.md#cover-letters).

### Quick Apply with AuraCV

From a **job detail** page, **Quick Apply** helps you fill employer application forms faster:

1. Open the employer's application page.
2. Use the AuraCV helper on that page.
3. AuraCV reads the form fields it can see and fills what matches your profile.
4. You review everything and submit yourself — AuraCV does not auto-submit by default.

If the employer site layout is unusual, Quick Apply may not support that form. Use the normal apply link instead.

### Common questions: applying

**Apply button does nothing or 404.**  
The listing may have expired. Try the company website.

**Should I apply if match score is 50%?**  
Read the full description. Scores are estimates — improve keywords if you still want the role.

**Can AuraCV apply for me on every site?**  
No. Many employers use their own portals. **Auto-Apply** (AuraPro) handles supported flows only — see [Auto-Apply](./auto-apply.md).

## My Applications (tracker)

**Path:** **My Applications** (`/applications`)

A simple board to track where you are with each role:

- **Applied**
- **Interview**
- **Offer**
- **Rejected**
- **Withdrawn**

### Adding applications

- From a **job detail** page when you apply or choose to track, or
- **Manually** — company, role, date, and notes.

### Keeping track

- Move cards between columns or update status from the card menu.
- Add **notes** and **interview dates**.
- Check before applying again to the **same company/role**.

You can open **Cover letter** from an application card when a job and CV are linked.

### Common questions: tracker

**I applied on LinkedIn but don't see it here.**  
External applications are not auto-imported. **Add manually**.

**What's the difference between My Applications and Auto-Apply history?**  
**My Applications** is your personal tracker. **Auto-Apply** also logs scan and apply runs — check both after a batch session.

## Job match scores

On job listings and in **AI Hub → Job Matcher**, **match scores** show overlap between your CV and the role.

| Score range | Suggested action |
|-------------|------------------|
| 80%+ | Strong fit; reasonable for Auto-Apply if AuraPro (still read the ad) |
| 60–79% | Review manually; tailor CV bullets |
| Below 60% | Upskill or tailor CV; apply only if you genuinely qualify |

Always read the full job description, experience required, and work authorization.

**How to check a match:** AI Hub → Job Matcher → choose CV → pick a job from the board **or** paste description → run the check.

## Career news

**Path:** **News Feed** (`/news`)

Career articles and tips. Useful for interview prep — not personalized legal or financial advice.

## Tips for South African job seekers

- Use **South African Pro** template for formal local employers when appropriate.
- State **city/province** and **work authorization** in Application Profile.
- Expect **ZAR** on many listings; confirm pay period in the ad.
- Combine AuraCV with networking; job boards are one channel.

## Tips for international and remote roles

- Filter **International** or remote.
- Mention **time zone** and remote experience if relevant.
- Read location fine print on "remote" roles.

## Related guides

- [AI features](./ai-features.md) — Job Matcher, cover letters, CV Checker
- [Auto-Apply](./auto-apply.md) — high-volume applying (AuraPro)
- [CV builder](./cv-builder.md) — tailoring CVs per role
- [FAQ & troubleshooting](./faq-troubleshooting.md) — job feed issues