Who doesn�t have an electronic mail account today? Almost every job seeker, if not all, maintain e-mail accounts that they use in keeping in touch with people. As a contact information, an e-mail account is an important tool in seeking online employment. It is what job seekers use when sending resume to many employers. It is also where job alerts are sent by job sites to update its users.

It is highly recommended that job seekers maintain at least two e-mail accounts: one for personal use and the other for official and business use. Also, checking your e-mail regularly is vital to get updated on job alerts and the status of your online application since a lot of employers notify their applicants about interviews through e-mail.