
Be Seen First
Candidates can tell the employer why they're interested and jump to the top of the list.
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Applying is easy. Hearing back isn’t. At ZipRecruiter, we’ve tackled that problem head-on. Now, with Be Seen First, you can jump to the top of the candidate list - nearly doubling your chances of talking to the employer.

Be Seen First - how it works

Look for the purple badge
These jobs let you add a short note to your application.

Show you're interested
After you apply, tell the employer why you're interested.

Jump to the top
Your application will stand out and be seen first.
Why employers love
Be Seen First
- See the most interested candidates first
- Focus on people who are active and eager
- Get to the right candidates faster

The buzz is real

Colin D.
Cyber Security Analyst
Cyber Security Analyst
“Competition-wise, it's meaningful because I'm standing out from the crowd.”

Julia H.
Operations Leader
Operations Leader
“It allowed me to present skills I can't really speak to in my resume to set myself apart.”

Andre J.
Customer Service
Customer Service
“Being able to stand out made a pretty big difference when it came to getting a position.”