14 DAY TRIAL // On Wednesday, Finnish mobile phone maker Nokia made available for download a new application for its Windows Phone 8-powered Nokia Lumia devices, namely JobLens.
Currently available for download as version 1.0.2848.0, the new software takes advantage of augmented reality capabilities inside Nokia’s devices to enable users to view Jobs in their area.
The mobile application was launched with support for various companies and services, including Indeed, Linkedin, Here Maps, Twitter, Facebook, Windows Live, Salary.com (US only), Zillow (US only), CareerOneStop (US only), Data.uk.gov (UK only), Payscale (UK only) and others.
Through this application, Lumia owners will be able to discover new job opportunities available for them both in the physical world and through social networks.
“JobLens helps you see jobs all around you through augmented reality, and land those jobs through some of the biggest, most respected brands in career services,” Nokia notes in the application’s description.
With the new application, users will easily find positions that are suited for them, while also being able to identify people in their social network who could connect them to the hiring manager.
Other features of the application include: - Create and store your resume/CV - Apply to the job - Get directions to the interview - Get up-to-date news and information about employers you like - Learn about job location demographics and employment trends in your field - Save jobs you like and track your progress
The application should prove easy to use to all those who are looking for a new job. They can simply grab it from this page in the Windows Phone Store and get started on finding their next job. The mobile application can be downloaded, installed and used for free.
“For the best and most personalized JobLens experience, log in with your Linkedin account credentials when prompted during first use. Enhance your experience by logging in with Facebook, Windows Live and Twitter credentials,” Nokia explains.