Job Seekers

Pelago is a mobile app that connects job seekers directly to employers and hiring managers by using a simple yet efficient platform. Job seekers create a free profile and can upload their resume, pitch video and sample work – all while searching for jobs. Both job seekers and employers swipe through recommendations based on their selected search criteria. Pelago is an easy way to gauge mutual interest, build a relationship with the hiring manager and love your job search!

Platform

Pelago is a simple, elegant and user-friendly dual-sided mobile platform that matches job candidates with available positions. Based on a variety of selected preferences each candidate has ability to locate jobs by distance, job type, salary, and industry. Swiping is a major aspect of the user experience within Pelago. Job seekers swipe right to apply for jobs or left to pass on positions. Pelago aids candidates in their job search effort by immediately connecting them with hiring managers, facilitating an initial chat in a sophisticated yet simple platform. There is a double opt in method for both job seekers and employers, as they must both match before they are able to connect and message. Pelago uses swiping technology and intelligent matching algorithms to connect job seekers and employers. Pelago also aggregates open positions from corporate sites and key job boards to give job seekers the largest database possible.

Price

Pelago is free to job seekers!

The determined job seeker may chose to upgrade to Pelago Premium for $9.99/month. There are no contracts and no hidden fees. Pelago Premium offers:

One pitch video and one additional photo to upload.
No advertisements.
Job Seekers are pushed forward to the front of the queue for hiring managers. There is also a pre-populated queue of partner positions that have matched with you, saving you time.
Unlimited backtracking, extensions and preferred positions.
Ability to share contact information and references with hiring managers once you have matched.

Branch out and swipe your dream job today!

Pace

The speed at which job seekers can connect with hiring managers is the base of Pelago’s platform which will revolutionize the process of job seeking and hiring. Direct connection allows hiring managers and job seekers to start an immediate conversation. Job seekers can message with hiring managers directly within the app and both parties can transact and vet one another, mutually deciding whether or not to move forward. Gone are the days of a cover letter, paper applications, and long wait times for interviews. Job seekers are demanding prompt responses (as they should) and engagement. Instead of sifting through numerous job boards and sending off resumes to cyberspace, Pelago allows you to connect immediately with the hiring manager eliminating the risk of your resume sitting in an inbox unread or unanswered.

Purpose

Pelago’s centers on people not paper, creating a positive environment for job seekers and employers to connect in a simple, sophisticated way. Pelago feels that both candidates and employers have more to convey than the traditional paper resume or antiquated job posting. It is simple to create and edit a profile for both a job seeker and an employer within the Pelago platform. Pelago allows both job seekers and employers to upload a pitch video featuring themselves and their work. Impact is gained from viewing a pitch video as you can gauge enthusiasm and get more in depth insight into qualifications and inspirations. Videos also provide a human element to the job seeking process – where the traditional resume and cover letter skip the critical human component.

Painless

Pelago offers a no hassle setup and eliminates the risk resumes or applications sitting in an inbox unread or unanswered. Instead of sifting through numerous job boards and sending off resumes to cyberspace, Pelago allows you to connect immediately with the hiring manager. Pelago allows job seekers to quickly and easily sift through a number of available positions, while allowing companies to easily review and instantly connect with matching, qualified candidates. Pelago is dedicated to transforming the job searching process by creating a social network with the specific purpose of providing a positive experience in connecting job seekers and employers who can transact together efficiently and quickly, removing frustration and inefficiency at every step.

Philanthropy

Pelago focuses on purpose, not profit. Pelago is dedicated to transforming and reinventing the entire job search process by creating a social network with the specific purpose of connecting job seekers and employers who can transact together efficiently and quickly, removing frustration and inefficiency at every step. The job seeker gets the job faster and the employer fills the position quicker through Pelago. Pelago seeks to contribute to the larger community and has philanthropic efforts as a focus in all ventures. A portion of all Pelago profits support the Pelago Foundation, which focuses on educational opportunities, scholarships and community development projects worldwide.