# applying to jobs

The **Explore Jobs** page is where you find and apply to available Folio projects. All projects are remote unless otherwise noted.

## Finding Jobs

Navigate to **Jobs** in the left sidebar to open the Explore Jobs page.

### Search

Use the search bar at the top to search by job title, specialty, or keyword.

### Filters

| Filter         | Description                                                                                   |
| -------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Folio Jobs** | Shows all currently available projects on the platform                                        |
| **Best Match** | Shows projects most relevant to your profile, based on your specialty, skills, and experience |

Job cards display the job title, hourly rate, and estimated hours per week — giving you a quick overview before opening the full detail view.

## Job Detail View

Click any job card to open the full job detail panel.

The detail panel includes:

* **Job title** and company
* **Hourly rate**
* **Hours per week**
* **Openings** (e.g., 1 of 7 slots filled)
* **Location** (typically Remote)
* **Start date**
* **Full description** — project background, responsibilities, and requirements
* **Project timeline** — kickoff date, estimated end date, and total estimated hours
* **Skills tags** — required skills and tools

## Applying

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Open the job detail panel for the role you want to apply to.
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Click **Apply Now**.
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A confirmation dialog will appear: **"Application Submitted"**

> "Thank you for applying! We will review all applications and will reach out if you've been selected to join the project."
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Click **Explore Jobs** to return to the job board, or close the panel to continue browsing.

Applications are one-click — no cover letter or additional form is required.
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## Checking Your Application Status

After applying, you can track your application status from the **Home** dashboard.

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Click **Home** in the left sidebar.
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Select the **Applications** tab.
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Your applications are listed in a table showing:

* Job title
* Compensation
* Status
* Company
* Tasks (if any action is required from you)

Common statuses include **Applied**, **Under Review**, **Selected**, and **Not Selected**. You will also receive an email notification if your application status changes.
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