Free Job Application Tracker Spreadsheet
Track roles, stages, contacts, and follow-ups without losing threads.
What this is
Track applications, stages, contacts, and follow-ups so opportunities don’t die in your inbox. Built for active job searches with multiple parallel processes.
Best for
- Active job seekers applying weekly
- People managing referrals and cold apps together
- Career switchers documenting a pipeline
What’s included
- Company, role, dates, stage, contact
- Next follow-up and notes
Preview
| Company | Role | Applied on | Stage | Contact | Next follow-up | Job link | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acme | Product designer | 2026-08-01 | Interview 1 | Riley | 2026-08-12 | Portfolio sent | |
| Globex | UX writer | 2026-08-03 | Applied | 2026-08-17 |
How to use
- Log every application the same day.
- Set Next follow-up before you forget the thread.
- Move Stage honestly so your pipeline stays real.
Tips
- Log the same day you apply.
- Set Next follow-up before you close the tab.
- Keep Stage vocabulary short so filters work.
FAQ
What stages should I use?
Example set: Wishlist, Applied, Recruiter screen, Interview, Offer, Rejected, Withdrawn.