iOS Job Portal App

The iOS Job Portal App aims to provide a platform for job seekers to search and apply for jobs conveniently while also offering employers a space to post job openings and manage applications. This live project will give students hands-on experience in iOS app development, focusing on user interface design, backend integration, and data management.

1. Key Features:
2. User Authentication:
3. User registration and login using email or social media accounts (e.g., Google, Facebook).
4. Secure authentication mechanisms to protect user data.
5. Job Listings:
6. Browse job listings based on various criteria such as location, industry, job title, etc.
7. Filter and sort job listings according to user preferences.
8. Detailed job descriptions including job responsibilities, qualifications, and application deadlines.
9. Job Search:
10. Advanced search functionality allowing users to search for specific jobs using keywords and filters.
11. Integration with search APIs to provide accurate and relevant results.
12. Profile Management:
13. User profiles where job seekers can update their personal information, resume, and job preferences.
14. Employer profiles for companies to manage job postings, view applicant resumes, and communicate with candidates.
15. Application Management:
16. Job seekers can apply to job listings directly through the app.
17. Employers can review job applications, shortlist candidates, and schedule interviews.
18. Notifications:
19. Push notifications to alert users about new job postings, application status updates, and messages from employers.
20. Messaging System:
21. In-app messaging functionality for communication between job seekers and employers.
22. Real-time messaging with features like read receipts and file attachments.
23. Favorites and Saved Searches:
24. Allow users to save favorite job listings and searches for easy access later.
25. Analytics and Insights:
26. Collect and analyze user data to provide insights into app usage patterns, popular job categories, etc.
27. Generate reports for employers on the performance of their job postings.
28. Admin Panel:
29. An admin dashboard to manage user accounts, job listings, reported content, and app settings.
30. Role-based access control to restrict certain functionalities to authorized users.

Technology Stack:

1. iOS development using Swift programming language and Xcode IDE.
2. Backend development using RESTful APIs, preferably with technologies like Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB or Firebase for data storage.
3. Integration with third-party APIs for features like job search and authentication (e.g., Google Sign-In API, job search APIs).

By implementing this project, students will gain practical experience in building a real-world iOS application while also learning about backend development, API integration, user authentication, and data management. Moreover, they will have the opportunity to explore the challenges and considerations involved in developing a job portal app and enhancing user experience through intuitive design and seamless functionality.