Last updated: March 2026
What if you could tell ChatGPT “find me remote senior React jobs paying over $150k”, and it actually searched real job boards, saved the matches, and auto-applied for you?
That’s exactly what the JobGPT MCP server does. It connects ChatGPT to the full JobGPT platform: 34 tools covering job search, applications, resumes, recruiter outreach, and more. No browser tabs. No copy-pasting. Just ask.
What is MCP?
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open standard that lets AI assistants connect to external tools and services. Think of it as giving your AI hands. It can reach out, search for jobs, submit applications, and pull back results, all within your conversation.
OpenAI added full MCP support to ChatGPT in 2025. Once connected, ChatGPT gains access to the entire JobGPT job search engine and automation platform.
What You Can Do
Once set up, just chat naturally with ChatGPT. Here are some things you can ask:
- “Search for remote Python developer jobs paying over $150k”
- “Create a job hunt for Senior Engineer roles in San Francisco”
- “Show me my application stats for the last 7 days”
- “Generate a tailored resume for this Google application”
- “Find recruiters for this job and draft an outreach email”
- “Auto-apply to the top 5 matches from my job hunt”
ChatGPT handles the back-and-forth with JobGPT automatically. You just describe what you want in plain English.
Requirements
- ChatGPT Plus, Team, or Enterprise subscription (Developer Mode is not available on the free plan)
- A JobGPT account with an API key
Setup: Step by Step
Step 1: Get Your API Key
- Go to 6figr.com/account
- Scroll to MCP Integrations
- Click Generate API Key
- Copy the key (it starts with
mcp_)
You’ll need a JobGPT account. If you don’t have one, sign up here. You get 5 free auto-apply credits to start.
Step 2: Enable Developer Mode in ChatGPT
- Open ChatGPT (desktop app or web)
- Go to Settings (click your profile icon in the bottom-left)
- Navigate to Connectors
- Click Advanced
- Toggle on Developer Mode
Developer Mode enables MCP server connections in ChatGPT. This is what lets ChatGPT talk to external tools like JobGPT.
Step 3: Add the JobGPT MCP Server
- Still in Settings > Connectors, click Add Connector
- Select MCP Server as the connector type
- Enter the following details:
- Name:
JobGPT - URL:
https://mcp.6figr.com/mcp - Authentication: Bearer token
- Token: Paste your API key from Step 1
No installation needed. No Node.js required. ChatGPT connects directly to the hosted JobGPT server over Streamable HTTP.
Step 4: Start Using It
Open a new chat in ChatGPT. You should see JobGPT’s tools available. Just start asking about jobs, and ChatGPT will use the right tools automatically.
All 34 Tools at Your Fingertips
The JobGPT MCP server gives ChatGPT access to 34 tools across six categories:
| Category | What You Can Do |
|---|---|
| Job Search | Search with filters, get job matches, view job details |
| Profile & Salary | View/update profile, manage compensation, check credits |
| Job Hunts | Create and manage saved searches with auto-apply |
| Applications | Track applications, view stats, auto-apply, import jobs by URL |
| Resume | Upload, generate tailored resumes, calculate match scores |
| Outreach | Find recruiters/referrers, send personalized outreach emails |
Example Workflow
Here’s what a typical job search session looks like with ChatGPT + JobGPT:
- You: “Create a job hunt for Senior Frontend Engineer roles in NYC, remote OK, $160k+ minimum”
- ChatGPT: Creates the job hunt with your filters and returns the details
- You: “Find matching jobs”
- ChatGPT: Returns fresh job matches you haven’t seen before
- You: “Add the Stripe and Airbnb jobs to my applications and auto-apply”
- ChatGPT: Saves them, triggers auto-apply, confirms submission
- You: “Generate a tailored resume for the Stripe application”
- ChatGPT: Creates an AI-optimized resume highlighting relevant skills
- You: “Find recruiters at Stripe and draft an outreach email”
- ChatGPT: Finds contacts and drafts a personalized message
All of this happens in a single conversation. No tab switching. No manual data entry.
Ready to supercharge your job search?
Get your API key and start searching for jobs from ChatGPT in under 2 minutes.
Troubleshooting
Tools not showing up in ChatGPT?
- Make sure Developer Mode is enabled in Settings > Connectors > Advanced
- Verify the URL is exactly
https://mcp.6figr.com/mcp - Try starting a new chat after adding the connector
“API Error (401)” when using tools?
Your API key is invalid or expired. Generate a new one at 6figr.com/account.
“Out of credits” message?
Operations like auto-apply and resume generation consume credits. You can purchase more credits here.
FAQ
Is the JobGPT MCP server free?
The MCP server itself is free and open source. You get 5 free auto-apply credits when you sign up for JobGPT. After that, credits start at $34.99/month.
Does it work outside the US?
Yes. JobGPT supports US, Canada, UK + 150+ countries. The job search covers global listings.
Do I need to install anything?
No. ChatGPT connects directly to the hosted JobGPT server. There’s nothing to download or install. Just add the connector in Settings and go.
Do I need ChatGPT Plus?
Yes. MCP Developer Mode requires a ChatGPT Plus, Team, or Enterprise subscription. It’s not available on the free plan.
Can I use this alongside other MCP servers?
Absolutely. Just add JobGPT as another connector in your settings. All MCP servers work independently.
Does this work with the ChatGPT mobile app?
MCP Developer Mode is currently available on the ChatGPT desktop app and web. Mobile support may be added in the future.
Stop manually applying to jobs.
Let ChatGPT + JobGPT handle the grunt work while you focus on interview prep.