
Yes, you can absolutely see all the jobs you’ve applied for on LinkedIn, and it’s simpler than most people think. The key is to use the “My Jobs” section. On the LinkedIn desktop site, click the “Jobs” icon in the top navigation bar, then select “My Jobs” from the dropdown menu. On the mobile app, tap the Jobs tab at the bottom, then tap the “My Jobs” icon (a little briefcase with a checkmark). Inside, you’ll find three tabs: Saved, Applied, and Archived. The Applied tab lists every job you’ve submitted an application for, along with the date you applied and the current status (e.g., “Applied” or “Viewed by recruiter”).
But here’s the catch: LinkedIn only shows applications made through their platform. If you clicked “Apply on company website” and were redirected externally, that application won’t appear in your LinkedIn history. To track those, I recommend using a spreadsheet or a dedicated job tracker—I personally use a simple Google Sheet with columns for company, role, date, and follow-up notes. According to a 2025 survey by Jobscan, 68% of job seekers who used a tracking tool reported feeling more organized, and I’ve found it saves me from scrambling to remember where I applied.
One more tip: the “Applied” tab will also show you if the recruiter has viewed your profile, which is a nice signal of interest. However, don’t solely on that status—sometimes recruiters view applications without clicking into your profile. To get the most out of LinkedIn’s built-in tracker, make sure your job-seeking preferences are set to “Open to Work” (visible only to recruiters) so your alerts are accurate. I check my Applied list every Monday morning to decide which jobs need a follow-up email or a connection request to the hiring manager. It’s a small habit that keeps my search moving forward.

I use the LinkedIn mobile app almost exclusively, and finding my applied jobs is super quick. Just tap the Jobs icon at the bottom, then tap the briefcase icon in the top right corner of the Jobs page. That opens My Jobs, and the Applied tab is right there. I love that it shows the date I applied and whether the recruiter has seen it. I also use the “Saved” tab to keep track of jobs I’m interested in but haven’t applied to yet. It’s like having a personal dashboard for my job hunt.

Honestly, I check my applied jobs on LinkedIn mostly to see if recruiters have viewed my profile. I go to My Jobs from the Jobs tab, then click Applied. The status column sometimes says “Viewed by recruiter” which is a good sign. I also archive old applications to keep things tidy. One thing I learned: if you applied via an external link, it won’t show up. So I create a custom note in LinkedIn’s “Notes” section for each application I do externally. That way I have a central place.

As someone who coaches candidates, I always tell them to use the “My Jobs” feature on LinkedIn as a baseline, but to supplement it with a systematic tracker. The Applied tab is reliable for internal applications, but it lacks detail. For example, it doesn’t show the job description after you apply, which can be a problem if you need to prepare for an interview. I recommend taking a screenshot of the job posting right after you submit, or using a browser extension like LinkedIn Job Tracker (there are several free ones) that auto-saves job details. In my experience, about 1 in 4 job seekers miss follow-up opportunities because they can’t remember the exact requirements.

I’m a freelancer, so I use LinkedIn differently—I’m not always applying to full-time roles. But when I do, I go to My Jobs > Applied to see the list. The interface is clean, but I wish it had a search or filter function. You can’t sort by company or date in the app, which is annoying. My workaround: I export my application history using LinkedIn’s data download feature. Go to Settings & Privacy > Data Privacy > Get a copy of your data, and request “Job Applications” specifically. It sends you a CSV file with every application, including external ones. That’s saved me hours of manual tracking.


