Online Job Portal – Detailed Project Overview
Project Description
An Online Job Portal is a web-based platform where job seekers can search and apply for jobs, while
employers can post job vacancies and manage applications. The system streamlines the hiring
process by providing an efficient interface for both recruiters and candidates.
Key Features & Functionalities
1. User Management
Job Seeker Registration & Login (Username, Email, Password, Resume Upload)
Employer Registration & Login (Company Name, Industry, Email, Password)
Admin Panel for managing users and job postings
2. Job Listings & Search
Job Posting by Employers (Title, Description, Salary, Location, Experience, Industry)
Advanced Search with Filters (Job Title, Company, Location, Experience, Salary, Job Type)
Category-Wise Job Listings (IT, Healthcare, Finance, Marketing, etc.)
3. Job Applications
Apply for Jobs Online (Resume submission & Cover Letter)
Application Tracking System (Status: Pending, Reviewed, Shortlisted, Rejected, Hired)
Saved Jobs & Application History for job seekers
4. Resume & Profile Management
Resume Upload & Management (PDF, DOC format)
Profile Creation with Skills, Experience, Education, Certifications
Profile Visibility Settings (Public, Private)
5. Employer Dashboard
Post & Manage Jobs
Shortlist & Contact Candidates
View Applicants for Posted Jobs
Job Analytics & Performance Reports
6. Admin Panel
Manage Users (Employers & Job Seekers)
Approve/Reject Job Listings
Monitor Job Applications
Generate Reports on Site Activity
7. Notifications & Alerts
Email Notifications for Job Updates, Application Status
Job Alerts via Email & SMS
Employer Notifications for New Applicants
8. Additional Features
AI-Based Job Recommendations (Based on user profile & job searches)
Video Resume & Interview Scheduling
Integration with LinkedIn & Other Job Portals
Company Reviews & Ratings
Blog Section for Career Advice
Subscription Plans for Premium Job Listings
Technology Stack
Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, JSP
Backend: Java Servlet, JSP
Database: Oracle Database, mysql Database
Server: Apache Tomcat
Tools: Eclipse/NetBeans, SQL Developer
Database Design
1. Users Table
CREATE TABLE users (
user_id NUMBER PRIMARY KEY,
name VARCHAR2(100),
email VARCHAR2(150) UNIQUE,
password VARCHAR2(255),
role VARCHAR2(20) CHECK (role IN ('job_seeker', 'employer', 'admin'))
);
2. Job Listings Table
CREATE TABLE jobs (
job_id NUMBER PRIMARY KEY,
employer_id NUMBER,
title VARCHAR2(255),
description CLOB,
category VARCHAR2(100),
salary NUMBER,
location VARCHAR2(150),
experience NUMBER,
job_type VARCHAR2(50),
posted_date DATE DEFAULT SYSDATE,
FOREIGN KEY (employer_id) REFERENCES users(user_id)
);
3. Job Applications Table
CREATE TABLE applications (
application_id NUMBER PRIMARY KEY,
job_id NUMBER,
job_seeker_id NUMBER,
resume VARCHAR2(255),
cover_letter CLOB,
status VARCHAR2(50) CHECK (status IN ('Pending', 'Reviewed', 'Shortlisted', 'Rejected', 'Hired')),
applied_date DATE DEFAULT SYSDATE,
FOREIGN KEY (job_id) REFERENCES jobs(job_id),
FOREIGN KEY (job_seeker_id) REFERENCES users(user_id)
);
Note : You can add any other table if you need
Software Documentation Needed
1. Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
Functional & Non-Functional Requirements
User Roles & System Behavior
Use Case Diagrams
2. Database Design Document
ER Diagram
Schema & Table Relationships
SQL Queries
3. Software Design Document (SDD)
System Architecture (MVC Model)
Sequence & Flow Diagrams
4. User Manual
Steps to Register & Apply for Jobs
Employer Guide for Posting Jobs
Admin Panel Usage
5. Test Plan & Reports
Test Cases & Expected Outputs
Performance Testing
Bug Tracking
6. Deployment Document
How to Deploy WAR File on Tomcat
Database Connection Configuration
Marks divisions:
For compliance of project within deadline 20 marks
Performance of the participance 10 marks
Presentation 10 marks
Documentation 5 marks
Innovative ideas 5 marks
