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Scrape jobs from Indeed, LinkedIn & more with RapidAPI to Google Sheets

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Important notice

This workflow is provided as-is. Please review and test before using in production.

1. Workflow Overview

Active Job Scraper Workflow Using RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API This powerful Active Job Scraper workflow uses the [ RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API ](https://rapidapi.com/skdevelop...

Best for

  • Lead Generation automation workflows
  • intermediate n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets, n8n-nodes-base.formtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Sk developer .

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Scrape jobs from Indeed, LinkedIn & more with RapidAPI to Google Sheets
Workflow name
Scrape jobs from Indeed, LinkedIn & more with RapidAPI to Google Sheets

Active Job Scraper Workflow Using RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API

This powerful Active Job Scraper workflow uses the RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API to fetch real-time job listings from leading job boards like Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and Glassdoor.


Overview

Leverage the Jobs Search Realtime Data API on RapidAPI to gather fresh job data from Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and Glassdoor. This n8n workflow lets you:

  • Search jobs by location, keywords, job type, and remote options across these major platforms.
  • Collect detailed job information including descriptions and metadata.
  • Automatically save the scraped results into Google Sheets for easy tracking and analysis.

Why Choose This Workflow?

By integrating the RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API, you can scrape job listings from the most popular job sites—Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and Glassdoor—all in one place. Customize your search parameters and get results tailored to your needs.


Workflow Components

Node Description
Form Trigger Collects input such as location, search term, job type, and remote status.
HTTP Request Calls the RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API to fetch jobs from Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and Glassdoor.
Code Node Processes and formats the API response data.
Google Sheets Appends the extracted job listings to your spreadsheet.

🔑 How to Get API Key from RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API

Follow these steps to get your API key and start using it in your workflow:

  1. Visit the API Page
    👉 Click here to open Jobs Search Realtime Data API on RapidAPI

  2. Log in or Sign Up

    • Use your Google, GitHub, or email account to sign in.
    • If you're new, complete a quick sign-up.
  3. Subscribe to a Pricing Plan

    • Go to the Pricing tab on the API page.
    • Select a plan (free or paid, depending on your needs).
    • Click Subscribe.
  4. Access Your API Key

    • Navigate to the Endpoints tab.
    • Look for the X-RapidAPI-Key under Request Headers.
    • Copy the value shown — this is your API key.
  5. Use the Key in Your Workflow

    • In your n8n workflow (HTTP Request node), replace:
      "x-rapidapi-key": "your key"
      
      with:
      "x-rapidapi-key": "YOUR_ACTUAL_API_KEY"
      

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Re Format

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 2 - Append In Google Sheets

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices
Version 4.6

Block 3 - On form submission

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.formTrigger - formTrigger
Config choices
Version 2.2

Block 4 - Scarp Active Jobs

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 5 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 7 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 8 - Sticky Note3

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 9 - Sticky Note4

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Scrape jobs from Indeed, LinkedIn & more with RapidAPI to Google Sheets
Complexity intermediate
Nodes 9
Categories Lead Generation
Author Sk developer
Published 04 Sept 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/8250/8250.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Scrape jobs from Indeed, LinkedIn & more with RapidAPI to Google Sheets do?

Active Job Scraper Workflow Using RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API This powerful Active Job Scraper workflow uses the [ RapidAPI Jobs Search Realtime Data API ](https://rapidapi.com/skdevelop...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Lead Generation use case.