Social Media & Job Hunting Using social media can really help you find a job. You can use it to connect with people and learn about companies you might want to work for. There are many smart ways to use social media when you're looking for a job.   Why Use Social Media in Your Job Search? Even if you don't use social media much, it's smart to have a profile or two when you're job hunting. It shows employers you're comfortable with technology. But there are more good things about using social media to find a job:                                   Helps you build your  personal brand .   Lets you  network and connect  in ways you can ’ t in person .   Makes you “ more visible” to hiring managers and recruiters that mine social media for prospective candidates—even whe...