Enhanced Job Filtering System

Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 10 views

Trending & Recommended Jobs + Analytics on Student Dashboard: Enhancing Engagement, Personalization, and Decision-Making

Feature Request: Display Trending & Recommended Jobs + Analytics on Student Dashboard

In today's competitive job market, students need all the help they can get to discover the right job opportunities and make informed decisions about their career paths. To address this need, we propose implementing several key features on the student dashboard to improve job discovery and provide insightful analytics. These features will enhance engagement, personalization, and decision-making for students.

Description

To improve job discovery and provide insightful analytics, the following improvements will be implemented:

Trending Jobs Section – Show most popular job listings on the home page.
Recommended Jobs – Suggest relevant jobs based on student skills on student's dashboard.
Enhanced Job Filtering – Add advanced filters for a better job search experience in the jobs page.
Analytics Dashboard (Using Chart.js) – Provide visual insights into job applications, skill relevance, and job trends on student's dashboard.

These features will not only enhance the overall user experience but also provide students with valuable insights to make informed decisions about their career paths.

Key Features & Requirements

Trending Jobs Section

Display real-time popular jobs based on:
- Views, applications, and engagement metrics.
- Top companies hiring.
Ensure a visually appealing UI with cards or carousel.

The trending jobs section will showcase the most popular job listings on the home page, providing students with a quick and easy way to discover top job opportunities. This feature will be based on real-time data, including views, applications, and engagement metrics, as well as top companies hiring.

Enhanced Job Filtering System

Add filters for:
- Remote, Hybrid, On-Site jobs.
- Company size, salary range, experience level.
- Industry & Tech Stack (e.g., JavaScript, Python, React).
Improve UI/UX for filtering (multi-select, dropdowns).
Optimize performance for faster job searches.
Add Location-based Filtering (e.g., specific cities, states, countries).

The enhanced job filtering system will provide students with a more precise and efficient way to search for job opportunities. This feature will include filters for remote, hybrid, and on-site jobs, as well as company size, salary range, experience level, industry, and tech stack. The UI/UX will be improved to include multi-select and dropdown options, and the performance will be optimized for faster job searches.

Analytics Dashboard (Using Chart.js)

Display visual insights on the Student Dashboard:
- Job Application Trends → Number of applications over time.
- Skill Relevance → Percentage match between student skills & job listings.
- Industry Demand → Top industries hiring in the last 30 days.
- Success Rate → Jobs applied vs. interview calls received.
Use Chart.js to create interactive charts (bar, pie, line, etc.).
Ensure real-time data updates for accurate insights.

The analytics dashboard will provide students with valuable insights into their job applications, skill relevance, and industry demand. This feature will include visualizations of job application trends, skill relevance, industry demand, and success rate. The data will be updated in real-time to ensure accurate insights.

Tasks & Implementation Plan

Phase 1: Trending Jobs

[ ] Fetch trending job data from analytics.
[ ] Design & implement the UI for trending jobs.

Phase 2: Recommended Jobs

[ ] Extract student skills from their profile.
[ ] Compare skills with job descriptions dynamically.
[ ] Implement job recommendation engine.
[ ] Display recommended jobs on Student Dashboard.

Phase 3: Advanced Filtering

[ ] Add detailed job filters (remote, salary, industry, etc.).
[ ] Improve filter UI/UX (dropdowns, multi-select).

Phase 4: Analytics Dashboard (Chart.js)

[ ] Integrate Chart.js for data visualization.
[ ] Fetch & process job-related analytics data.
[ ] Create interactive charts for applications, skill matching, etc.
[ ] Ensure real-time updates for accurate insights.

Expected Outcome

Trending jobs increase engagement with top opportunities.
Recommended jobs provide personalized job suggestions based on skills specified.
Advanced filtering enables precise job searches.
Analytics Dashboard empowers students with valuable insights.

By implementing these features, we expect to see an increase in engagement with top job opportunities, personalized job suggestions based on student skills, precise job searches, and valuable insights for students. These features will not only enhance the overall user experience but also provide students with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their career paths.
Trending & Recommended Jobs + Analytics on Student Dashboard: Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

We've received many questions about the proposed feature request to display trending and recommended jobs, as well as analytics on the student dashboard. Below, we've answered some of the most frequently asked questions to provide clarity on this exciting new feature.

Q: What is the purpose of the trending jobs section?

A: The trending jobs section is designed to showcase the most popular job listings on the home page, providing students with a quick and easy way to discover top job opportunities. This feature will be based on real-time data, including views, applications, and engagement metrics, as well as top companies hiring.

Q: How will the recommended jobs feature work?

A: The recommended jobs feature will suggest relevant jobs based on student skills on their dashboard. This will be achieved by extracting student skills from their profile, comparing them with job descriptions dynamically, and implementing a job recommendation engine. The recommended jobs will be displayed on the student dashboard.

Q: What kind of filters will be available in the enhanced job filtering system?

A: The enhanced job filtering system will include filters for remote, hybrid, and on-site jobs, as well as company size, salary range, experience level, industry, and tech stack. The UI/UX will be improved to include multi-select and dropdown options, and the performance will be optimized for faster job searches.

Q: How will the analytics dashboard work?

A: The analytics dashboard will provide students with valuable insights into their job applications, skill relevance, and industry demand. This feature will include visualizations of job application trends, skill relevance, industry demand, and success rate. The data will be updated in real-time to ensure accurate insights.

Q: What is the expected outcome of this feature request?

A: We expect to see an increase in engagement with top job opportunities, personalized job suggestions based on student skills, precise job searches, and valuable insights for students. These features will not only enhance the overall user experience but also provide students with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their career paths.

Q: How will the data for the analytics dashboard be collected?

A: The data for the analytics dashboard will be collected from various sources, including job applications, skill matching, and industry demand. The data will be processed and visualized using Chart.js to provide interactive charts and real-time updates.

Q: Will the recommended jobs feature be based on student preferences?

A: Yes, the recommended jobs feature will be based on student preferences, including their skills, interests, and job search history. This will ensure that students receive personalized job suggestions that are relevant to their needs and goals.

Q: How will the trending jobs section be updated?

A: The trending jobs section will be updated in real-time to reflect the most popular job listings on the home page. This will ensure that students have access to the latest and greatest job opportunities.

Q: Will the analytics dashboard be available on mobile devices?

A: Yes, the analytics dashboard will be available on mobile devices, providing students with access to valuable insights and data on-the-go.

Q: How will the enhanced job filtering system improve the user experience?

A: The enhanced job filtering system will improve the user experience by providing students with a more precise and efficient way to search for job opportunities. This will include filters for remote, hybrid, and on-site jobs, as well as company size, salary range, experience level, industry, and tech stack.

Q: Will the recommended jobs feature be available to all students?

A: Yes, the recommended jobs feature will be available to all students, providing them with personalized job suggestions based on their skills and interests.

Q: How will the analytics dashboard be secured?

A: The analytics dashboard will be secured using industry-standard security protocols, including encryption and access controls. This will ensure that student data is protected and secure.

Q: Will the trending jobs section be available on the mobile app?

A: Yes, the trending jobs section will be available on the mobile app, providing students with access to the latest and greatest job opportunities on-the-go.

Q: How will the enhanced job filtering system be optimized for performance?

A: The enhanced job filtering system will be optimized for performance using industry-standard optimization techniques, including caching and indexing. This will ensure that job searches are fast and efficient.

Q: Will the analytics dashboard be available in multiple languages?

A: Yes, the analytics dashboard will be available in multiple languages, providing students with access to valuable insights and data in their native language.

Q: How will the recommended jobs feature be updated?

A: The recommended jobs feature will be updated regularly to reflect changes in student skills and interests, as well as new job listings and industry trends.

Q: Will the trending jobs section be available on the website?

A: Yes, the trending jobs section will be available on the website, providing students with access to the latest and greatest job opportunities.

Q: How will the analytics dashboard be integrated with other features?

A: The analytics dashboard will be integrated with other features, including the recommended jobs feature and the enhanced job filtering system. This will provide students with a comprehensive view of their job search and career development.

Q: Will the recommended jobs feature be available to students with disabilities?

A: Yes, the recommended jobs feature will be available to students with disabilities, providing them with personalized job suggestions based on their skills and interests.

Q: How will the analytics dashboard be updated in real-time?

A: The analytics dashboard will be updated in real-time using industry-standard data streaming protocols, including WebSockets and Server-Sent Events. This will ensure that student data is up-to-date and accurate.

Q: Will the trending jobs section be available on the mobile app?

A: Yes, the trending jobs section will be available on the mobile app, providing students with access to the latest and greatest job opportunities on-the-go.

Q: How will the enhanced job filtering system be tested?

A: The enhanced job filtering system will be tested using industry-standard testing protocols, including unit testing and integration testing. This will ensure that the system is stable and reliable.

Q: Will the analytics dashboard be available on the website?

A: Yes, the analytics dashboard will be available on the website, providing students with access to valuable insights and data.

Q: How will the recommended jobs feature be secured?

A: The recommended jobs feature will be secured using industry-standard security protocols, including encryption and access controls. This will ensure that student data is protected and secure.

Q: Will the trending jobs section be available to all students?

A: Yes, the trending jobs section will be available to all students, providing them with access to the latest and greatest job opportunities.

Q: How will the analytics dashboard be optimized for performance?

A: The analytics dashboard will be optimized for performance using industry-standard optimization techniques, including caching and indexing. This will ensure that data is displayed quickly and efficiently.

Q: Will the recommended jobs feature be available on the mobile app?

A: Yes, the recommended jobs feature will be available on the mobile app, providing students with personalized job suggestions based on their skills and interests.

Q: How will the trending jobs section be updated?

A: The trending jobs section will be updated regularly to reflect changes in job listings and industry trends.

Q: Will the analytics dashboard be available in multiple languages?

A: Yes, the analytics dashboard will be available in multiple languages, providing students with access to valuable insights and data in their native language.

Q: How will the enhanced job filtering system be integrated with other features?

A: The enhanced job filtering system will be integrated with other features, including the recommended jobs feature and the analytics dashboard. This will provide students with a comprehensive view of their job search and career development.

Q: Will the recommended jobs feature be available to students with disabilities?

A: Yes, the recommended jobs feature will be available to students with disabilities, providing them with personalized job suggestions based on their skills and interests.

Q: How will the analytics dashboard be secured?

A: The analytics dashboard will be secured using industry-standard security protocols, including encryption and access controls. This will ensure that student data is protected and secure.

Q: Will the trending jobs section be available on the website?

A: Yes, the trending jobs section will be available on the website, providing students with access to the latest and greatest job opportunities.

Q: How will the enhanced job filtering system be tested?

A: The enhanced job filtering system will be tested using industry-standard testing protocols, including unit testing and integration testing. This will ensure that the system is stable and reliable.

Q: Will the analytics dashboard be available on the mobile app?

A: Yes, the analytics dashboard will be available on the mobile app, providing students with access to valuable insights and data on-the-go.

Q: How will the recommended jobs feature be updated?

A: The recommended jobs feature will be updated regularly to reflect changes in student skills and interests, as well as new job listings and industry trends.

Q: Will the trending jobs section be available to all students?

A: Yes, the trending jobs section will be available to all students, providing them with access to the latest and greatest job opportunities.

Q: How will the analytics dashboard be optimized for performance?

Q: Will the recommended jobs feature be available on the mobile app?

A: Yes, the recommended jobs feature will be available