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How to add a new job application

Learn how to track a new job application in Traject. Keep your job search organized and never lose track of an opportunity.

How to add a new job application
1

Navigate to Job Applications

From your dashboard, click on "Job Applications" in the left sidebar to access your applications tracker.

💡 Tip: You can also use the keyboard shortcut Cmd+J (Mac) or Ctrl+J (Windows) to quickly access this page.
Navigate to Job Applications
2

Click on "+ Add item"

Click the "+ Add item" button at the top left of the table to create a new job application entry.

Click on "+ Add item"
3

Enter the company name

Type the name of the company you are applying to in the "Freelance" column. This will be your main identifier for this application.

Enter the company name
4

Add your contact information

Fill in the "Email" and "Phone" fields with the recruiter or hiring manager contact details if you have them.

💡 Tip: Having contact information makes follow-ups much easier.
Add your contact information
5

Select your expertise

Click on the "Expertise" dropdown and select the type of role you are applying for (Frontend, Backend, Data/AI, DevOps, etc.).

Select your expertise
6

Choose the seniority level

Select the seniority level for this position: Junior, Mid Level, Senior, Lead, or Principal.

Choose the seniority level
7

Enter the daily rate or salary

Fill in the "Daily Rate" field with the proposed compensation. This helps you track and compare offers later.

Enter the daily rate or salary
8

Set your availability status

Select your availability for this opportunity: Available, Partially Available, Soon Available, or Not Available.

Set your availability status
9

Add location and remote preference

Enter the job location and select the remote work option: Full Remote, Hybrid, or On-site.

Add location and remote preference
10

Set the application status

Choose the current status of your application: New, Qualified, In Mission, Proposed to Client, or Mission Ended.

💡 Tip: Update this status as your application progresses to keep your pipeline accurate.
Set the application status
11

Add the LinkedIn profile (optional)

Paste the LinkedIn URL of the company or recruiter for quick reference.

Add the LinkedIn profile (optional)
12

Your application is saved!

Your new job application is now tracked. You can see it in your table and update it anytime as the process evolves.

💡 Tip: Check your Analytics tab to see your application statistics and conversion rates.
Your application is saved!
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