Apply to Jobs for Me
Yes, you can outsource job applications. But how? Compare your options: human assistants, browser extensions, and cloud AI agents.
Can you hire someone to apply to jobs for you?
If you have been googling "apply to jobs for me" or "can I hire someone to apply for jobs", you are asking a practical question: is there a way to outsource the application grind?
Short answer: Yes, but your options have very different trade-offs.
This page breaks down the three main approaches people use to outsource job applications, with honest costs and limitations for each.
3 ways to outsource job applications
Option 1: Hire a virtual assistant
A human assistant (often from the Philippines, Latin America, or Eastern Europe) manually applies to jobs on your behalf.
How it works:
- You share your resume and preferences
- They browse job boards and submit applications
- You pay hourly or per application
Typical cost: $5-20 per hour, or $2-10 per application
Pros:
- Human judgment on edge cases
- Can handle complex forms
- Works for any job board
Cons:
- Quality varies dramatically by person
- Slow (maybe 10-20 apps per day)
- Requires training and supervision
- They stop when they stop working
Best for: Low volume, high-touch applications where you want human review
Option 2: Use a browser extension
Auto-apply extensions (like some LinkedIn tools) click buttons and fill forms in your browser.
How it works:
- Install a Chrome extension
- Configure basic filters
- It clicks "Apply" on matching jobs while you watch
Typical cost: $0-50 per month
Pros:
- Cheap or free
- Fast for simple forms
- Easy to start
Cons:
- Only works when your browser is open
- Breaks on captchas, logins, site updates
- Usually limited to Easy Apply buttons
- You end up babysitting it
Best for: Quick wins on LinkedIn Easy Apply if you have time to monitor
Option 3: Use a cloud AI agent
A cloud-based system monitors job boards and applies on company career sites without your browser.
How it works:
- Upload your resume and set targeting
- The agent runs 24/7 in the cloud
- It finds matching jobs and submits applications on company sites
Typical cost: $50-200 per month
Pros:
- Runs without your browser or computer
- Works while you sleep
- Applies on company career sites (not just Easy Apply)
- Scales to hundreds of applications
Cons:
- Requires clear targeting upfront
- Results still depend on fit and market
Best for: High-volume applications to many similar roles across different companies
Side-by-side comparison
Which option is right for you?
Choose a virtual assistant if:
- You want human review of each application
- You are applying to senior roles that need customization
- You have time to train and manage someone
Choose a browser extension if:
- You mostly use LinkedIn Easy Apply
- You have a few hours to monitor it
- You want free or very cheap
Choose a cloud AI agent if:
- You need scale (100+ applications)
- You want it running while you work or sleep
- Your target is clear and you need volume
How Careery fits in
Careery is a cloud AI agent (Option 3). It monitors job boards 24/7 and applies on company career sites using Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, and other ATS platforms.
What makes it different from other cloud agents:
- Applies on employer sites, not just Easy Apply buttons
- You set precise filters: roles, locations, salary, seniority, exclusions
- Interview shortlisting so you do not miss replies
What Careery does NOT do
Be clear on what you are buying:
- Does not prep you for interviews - We get you in the door. You close the deal.
- Does not guarantee interviews - Results depend on your fit and the market.
- Does not replace networking - For 2-3 dream companies, referrals beat volume.
How they got hired
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth paying for job application help?
It depends on the math. If you value your time at $30/hour and spend 20 hours per week on applications, that is $600 of your time. A $100/month tool that saves 15 hours per week is worth it. A $500/month service that saves 5 hours is not.
Can AI really fill out job applications?
Yes, for most standard ATS forms. Modern AI can parse job descriptions, match your profile, and fill fields on Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, and similar platforms. It struggles with very custom applications or those requiring uploads AI cannot generate.
Will I get banned if I automate applications?
Risk depends on how you do it. Spray-and-pray extensions that blast irrelevant applications get flagged. Targeted automation that applies to matching roles at reasonable rates is much safer.
Should I hire a VA or use AI?
VAs are better for low volume with high customization needs. AI is better for high volume to many similar roles. For most people applying to 50+ jobs, AI is more cost-effective and consistent.
What if I only want specific companies?
Automation is not the best approach for 2-3 dream companies. Focus on networking, referrals, and personalized outreach. Automation is for scale, not precision targeting.
How do I know if my applications are working?
Track your response rate. If you apply to 100 jobs and get 0 responses, the problem is not volume - it is your resume or targeting. Fix that before scaling.
Founded Careery in 2020 to help job seekers automate the grind and land interviews faster.
Ready to try the AI approach?
If your bottleneck is volume and you want applications running while you sleep, Careery might be the right fit.
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