How to Look for A Job on Twitter

What was once a fast-moving newsfeed of memes, opinions, and trending hashtags is now a surprisingly effective platform for career networking. Twitter—now officially rebranded as X—is not just for breaking news or celebrity updates. With the right strategy, it can be a powerful tool for job seekers to connect with recruiters, discover hidden opportunities, and build a personal brand.

Here’s how to use X to your advantage in today’s job market.

1. Set Up a Professional Twitter (X) Profile

Start by treating your X profile like a digital business card:

• Choose a clear, professional profile photo
• Use a consistent username (handle) across platforms like LinkedIn and your portfolio
• Write a compelling bio with your industry, skills, and career interests
• Include a link to your LinkedIn, personal website, or online resume

Your bio is prime real estate. Add keywords that recruiters or peers in your industry might search for. Example: “UX Designer | Accessibility Advocate | Open to remote roles | Portfolio: yoursite.com”

2. Build a Relevant and Targeted Network

Follow professionals, recruiters, companies, and industry groups related to your field. Don’t just follow at random—curate a feed that brings you insight, inspiration, and opportunity.

Here’s where to start:

• Company accounts (especially those hiring in Australia)
• Recruiters in your field or region
• Industry-specific hashtags (e.g. #MarketingJobsAU, #UXjobs)
• Professional organisations and conference hashtags (e.g. #AusTechConf)

You can also use Twitter Lists to organise your feed into categories like “Job Leads,” “Design Inspiration,” or “Recruiters.”

3. Be an Active and Helpful Participant

Social platforms reward engagement. Don’t just lurk—get involved:

• Comment on industry news or trends
• Ask thoughtful questions or answer others’ queries
• Quote-tweet with your take or resources
• Tag relevant users in your posts with care (and courtesy)

Just a few interactions a week can help you get noticed—and when opportunities arise, people will already know who you are.

4. Demonstrate Expertise and Value

Consistently sharing helpful, insightful content positions you as a valuable voice in your field. You don’t need to tweet every day, but do aim to:

• Share interesting articles with your commentary
• Post tips, tools, or short takes from your current work
• Highlight achievements or projects (e.g. “Launched my first accessibility audit for a client website!”)

Remember, each post adds to your online brand. Aim to sound approachable, informed, and confident—not overly self-promotional.

5. Use Hashtags and Search to Find Jobs

Hashtags are your best friend when job hunting on X. Try these combinations:

✔ General job search hashtags:

• #Hiring
• #JobSearch
• #Jobs
• #NowHiring

✔ Location-specific job hashtags:

• #JobsSydney
• #MelbourneJobs
• #RemoteJobsAU

✔ Industry-specific job hashtags:

• #DesignJobs
• #MarketingJobs
• #HealthcareJobs
• #DataJobs

You can also follow hashtags like #JobHuntChat or #HireMeAU to join ongoing conversations and share your search status. Many recruiters also use these hashtags to scout talent.

6. Follow and Interact with Employers

If you have a dream company or a shortlist of employers, follow them. Many businesses post roles directly on X—sometimes even before they hit job boards.

By regularly engaging with a company’s content, you stay visible and informed. You’ll also get a better feel for their tone, values, and culture—great intel for tailoring your cover letter or preparing for interviews.

Not sure where to start? Look for these types of employer accounts:

• Official company handles (e.g. @CSIROnews, @Atlassian)
• Recruitment-specific handles (e.g. @ABCcareers)
• Industry job aggregators (e.g. @JobSearchGovAU)

7. Let People Know You’re Looking

Don’t be afraid to say you’re on the job market—just be thoughtful about how you do it. Sample post:

“Looking for my next opportunity in content strategy or UX writing (remote or Sydney-based). 4+ years experience, portfolio available. Open to chats or referrals—thank you! #UXJobs #Hiring”

You can pin a tweet like this to the top of your profile to make it easy for employers or recruiters to find.

8. Join Twitter Career Chats and Events

Participating in real-time job chats can expose you to new advice, resources, and connections. Some popular examples include:

• #JobHuntChat
• #CareerChat
• #HRTechChat
• #RemoteWorkAU

Many chats are hosted weekly or monthly. You don’t need to be an expert—just show up, participate, and learn.

Level Up Your Job Search with a Social Edge

Used wisely, X (Twitter) is more than just a microblogging platform—it’s a real-time, global networking tool. Whether you’re actively applying or just building visibility, your presence on X can lead to opportunities you might not find elsewhere.

Want to strengthen your job applications or skills while you build your digital network? Check out:

• sample resumes and cover letters
• short online courses
• smart job search tips