MCP Server - Job Assistant

What is MCP Server - Job Assistant?

An MCP server that connects to a Gmail account to automatically read and parse emails, identifying recruiter outreach, interview schedules, and follow-ups for streamlined job application management. It is intended for users who want to manage job applications through Claude Desktop.

How to use MCP Server - Job Assistant?

Install the server in Claude Desktop by running mcp install server.py. Prerequisites include UV and enabling the Gmail API: in Google Cloud Console, create a project, enable the Gmail API, and download credentials.json. For a new project, run uv init mcp-server-demo, then cd mcp-server-demo, uv add "mcp[cli]".

Key features of MCP Server - Job Assistant

• Connects to a Gmail account via the Gmail API
• Reads and parses recruiter outreach emails
• Identifies interview schedules and follow-ups
• Integrates with Claude Desktop for interactive use
• Runs as an MCP server using the Python SDK

Use cases of MCP Server - Job Assistant

• Automatically track recruiter emails during a job search
• Parse interview invitations and schedule details
• Manage follow-up tasks for job applications
• Streamline job application workflow from Gmail within Claude Desktop

FAQ from MCP Server - Job Assistant

What are the dependencies for this server?

UV and Claude Desktop are required. The server uses the MCP Python SDK and the Gmail API.

How do I set up the Gmail API?

Enable the Gmail API in Google Cloud Console, create OAuth 2.0 credentials, and download the credentials.json file.

Where does email data live?

The server accesses emails through the Gmail API; data remains in the user's Gmail account.

What transport protocol does the server use?

— (Not specified in the README beyond standard MCP.)

Are there any known limitations?

— (Not mentioned in the README.)