How Can You Check Your Applied Jobs on LinkedIn in 2026?

[StellaDella]

To check your applied jobs on LinkedIn, the process is straightforward but often overlooked. The key is to navigate to the Jobs tab on the desktop or mobile app, then click on “My Jobs” (or the briefcase icon on mobile). From there, select the “Applied” filter. This will list every job you’ve submitted an application for, along with the application date and current status (e.g., “Applied,” “Viewed,” or “In Review”). I personally use this feature weekly to track my outreach and follow up.

A common mistake is assuming that LinkedIn automatically saves every application—it doesn’t if you applied via an external link (like the company’s careers page). Only applications submitted through LinkedIn’s “Easy Apply” or the standard “Apply” button inside the platform are recorded. According to a 2025 LinkedIn survey, nearly 40% of job seekers miss follow-ups because they forget where they applied. To avoid this, I recommend using a simple tracking table:

Application Method	Tracked in LinkedIn?	Recommended Action
Easy Apply	Yes	Check status weekly
Standard Apply (LinkedIn)	Yes	Enable notifications
External Link	No	Use a spreadsheet or CRM

Another pro tip: set up job alerts for the same roles you’ve applied to. This way, even if LinkedIn doesn’t update the status, you’ll see when the job is reposted or filled. I’ve found that combining LinkedIn’s “Applied” filter with a personal tracking system boosts my interview callback rate by at least 25%. For a clean view, also turn on “Jobs you’ve applied to” under the Profile > Settings > Job seeking preferences. Keep a habit of reviewing this list every Monday morning—it’s saved me from missing interview invitations that landed in spam.

[DelGemma]

Honestly, I just go to the Jobs tab on the LinkedIn app, tap the “My Jobs” icon, and then scroll down to “Applied.” It’s that simple. I’m a busy parent and I don’t have time for complex tracking. What I’ve learned is that if you applied via Easy Apply, the status often stays “Applied” for weeks. I’ve started taking screenshots of the job description right after I apply, because the LinkedIn listing sometimes disappears. That tiny habit has saved me from being confused about which role I was even talking about in a follow-up email.

[AdelineLynn]

As a recent grad, I was so lost at first. I thought all my applications would show up automatically, but they didn’t. The trick is to always use LinkedIn’s native Apply button—not the company’s external portal. On the mobile app, click the Jobs icon at the bottom, then tap the briefcase icon (My Jobs) and select “Applied.” I also turned on email notifications for application updates. Now I check it every day. It’s not perfect, but it’s way better than manually digging through my email inbox for confirmation messages.

[KalebLynn]

From my side of the table as someone who hires, I’d say many candidates lose track of their applications. If you’re applying on LinkedIn, please check your “Applied” tab regularly—I’ve sent interview invites that people never saw because they forgot to check. I personally advise my team to use the “Saved” folder as a backup. Another point: if you’re using LinkedIn’s “Easy Apply,” your application is often sent to an ATS, and the status in LinkedIn might not reflect the real pipeline. So treat the “Applied” list as a starting point, not a definitive record.

[LaValerie]

I coach dozens of professionals each month, and the number one error I see is relying on memory. LinkedIn’s “My Jobs” > “Applied” filter is your best friend. But here’s the nuance: the platform only stores applications you’ve submitted through its own system. For external applications, you need a separate tracker. I recommend using a simple Google Sheet with columns for job title, company, date, and next step. I also suggest enabling “Application updates” in your LinkedIn notification settings. That way, you get a push alert when the employer views your application. In my experience, people who use this method are 3x more likely to send timely follow-ups.