Free Job Posting [Updated for 2024]

How to post a job for free*

  1. Create your free* job posting

    Include the location, an industry-standard job title, and a detailed job description. Here are some pro tips on writing a great job description.

  2. Set your application preferences

    Tell us how you want to receive applications, and who needs to see them.

  3. Choose skills assessments

    Pre-screen your applicants with skills, aptitude, and personality tests.

  4. Select optimization preferences

    You can pay to Sponsor your job for improved results, or post for free without optimization.

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Indeed helps the right candidates find you.

There are two ways to get your jobs on Indeed:

No career site? Post jobs on Indeed

Set a budget after entering your job description.
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    Post for free: Post jobs for free and appear in general search results.
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    Pay to sponsor: Sponsor your jobs for a price that fits your budget to attract candidates faster.

Sponsor jobs from your site or ATS

We’ll help you set a budget and choose which jobs to sponsor.
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    Post for free: Jobs from your employer career site can appear in general search results for free.
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    Pay to sponsor: Drive more candidates to jobs on your career site with Sponsored Jobs.

Why sponsor your jobs

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    Free postings lose visibility over time

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    Sponsored Jobs are 4.5X more likely to result in a hire*

    *Indeed data (worldwide)

  3. Get quality candidates right when you post

How it works

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People search for jobs on Indeed

They enter keywords relevant to their experience and background.

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Jobs appear in search results

Indeed matches the job description and location to the keywords.

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Sponsored Jobs help you hire great people faster

Sponsored Jobs get more visibility, and give you immediate access to quality candidates you can invite to apply.[1]


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Posting Your Job on Indeed

Get tips to post and edit your job description, set a budget to attract more candidates and navigate your Indeed dashboard.

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600+ job description samples

Start a new job description or optimize an existing one to capture candidates’ attention.

Frequently Asked Questions:

  1. Does it cost to post a job on Indeed?
    Posting a job on Indeed is free*. A free* Indeed job posting shows up in general search results, but you can also pay to Sponsor your jobs to attract candidates faster.
  2. How do I advertise a job on Indeed?
    To advertise a job on Indeed, log in to your employer account and create a free* or Sponsored Indeed job posting. Add a job description, select optional skills assessments to pre-screen your applicants, and choose how you’d like to receive applications.
  3. How do I post a job to Indeed?
    To post a job to Indeed, log in to your employer account and click the “Post a Job” button. Add your job description and optional screener questions to help the right candidates find you.
  4. Where can I post a job for free*?
    Post a job on Indeed for free*. Just create an account and enter your job details to get started.
  5. Can anyone post a job on Indeed?
    Posting jobs on Indeed is free* for anyone, whether or not your company has a career site. You can also pay to Sponsor your job to help attract even more candidates.
  6. What is a job posting?
    A job posting advertises a company’s open jobs. It typically includes a job title, a description of the role and company, and a list of skills, qualifications, and experience required for the role.
  7. How do you promote a job posting?
    There are several ways to promote a job posting, including sharing it on social media and paying to Sponsor your job on Indeed to get noticed by more relevant talent.
  8. How can I post a job for free*?
    Post a job for free* by signing up for an Indeed employer account and clicking the “Post a Job” button. Add important information to your job posting, like location, job title, and detailed job description to attract the right candidates.
  9. How do you post a job?
    Post a job by logging in to your employer account on Indeed and click the “Post a Job” button. Add important details to the job posting, choose any skills assessments you want included to pre-screen candidates, and select your preferences that tell us how you’d like to receive applications.
  10. What is the best place to post a job?
    The best place for posting jobs is where candidates are actively looking for new roles. Job search sites like Indeed allow you to post a job that will appear when candidates enter keywords such as job titles, experience, and skills.
  11. How can I advertise my job for free*?
    Advertise a job on Indeed by signing up for an employer account and creating a free* job posting. Just add important details to the posting and select optional skills assessments to pre-screen your applicants and find the right talent for your role.
  12. What is one of the best free* job posting sites?
    Free* sites for job posting include Indeed, a job search site that connects job seekers and employers across industries. On Indeed, employers can choose to post jobs for free* that will appear in general search listings or post a Sponsored job to reach a broader talent pool.
  13. Where are most jobs posted?
    Job postings sites include career websites, job boards, and recruiter listings. Indeed is both a job board as well as a matching and hiring platform, where employers can create and post jobs to discover and connect with candidates looking for a new opportunity.

*Free job posting offer does not apply to job sites, all staffing agencies or certain other types of jobs at Indeed’s discretion. Terms, conditions, quality standards and usage limits apply.