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6.1 Project Estimate

6.1.1 Reconciled Estimates

The project estimate provides a comprehensive forecast of the time, effort,

cost, and resources required to complete the HuntTheCareer.com platform. As
the platform is being developed in a semi-formal internship model with a
collaborative team of students and professionals, the project adopts an
effort-based estimation approach.
– Team Size:10–12 members
– Total Duration: 10–12 weeks
– Estimated Effort: 1 week
– Modules: 10+ key modules
– Feature Development Time:4–6 weeks
– Testing and Debugging: 2 weeks
– Deployment and Launch:1–2 weeks
– Final Implementation and Optimization: 2 weeks

6.1.2 Project Resources

– Human Resources:
∗ Project Coordinator- Planning, supervision, communication
∗ Frontend Developers- React-based UI/UX development
∗ Backend Developers- API development, Database integration
∗ AI Developer- Resume matching, chatbot integration
∗ Content Writer- Career blog, internship listings, company research
∗ Designer- Banners, mockups, UI designs
∗ QA/Testers- Manual testing, reporting bugs
∗ Deployment Lead- Hosting setup, domain, maintenance
– Hardware Resources:
∗ Developer Machines:- Minimum: Intel i5 processor (8th Gen or above),
8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD.
∗ Recommended:- Intel i7 processor, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD or
higher.
∗ Operating System:- Windows 10/11, macOS, or any major Linux
distribution (Ubuntu preferred).
∗ Testing Devices:- Laptops and desktops with varying screen resolutions
for responsive UI testing. Smartphones (Android and iOS) for mobile
view compatibility testing.
∗ Internet Connectivity:- High-speed internet (minimum 10 Mbps
upload/download) for smooth access to repositories, APIs, deployment
platforms, and testing environments.
∗ Peripheral Devices:- Webcam and microphone for intern meetings,
daily check-ins, and communication. External monitor (optional but
recommended) for multitasking during development.

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∗ Cloud Services:- Render/Vercel for hosting backend and frontend

respectively. MongoDB Atlas for cloud-based database services,
reducing the need for local server setups.
∗ Power backup
– Software Resources:
∗ Frontend Development: React.js – JavaScript library for building user
interfaces. CSS / Bootstrap – For responsive and modern UI design.
VS Code – Lightweight code editor with React support.
∗ Backend Development:- Node.js – JavaScript runtime environment for
server-side logic. Express.js – Web application framework for building
RESTful APIs.
∗ Database:- MongoDB Atlas – Cloud-based NoSQL database service.
MongoDB Compass:– GUI tools for local development and database
visualization.
∗ AI Automation:- OpenAI APIs – For resume matching, career
chatbots, paraphrasing, and content generation. Python (optional):–
For implementing custom recommendation systems and analytics later.
∗ Hosting Deployment:- Render – For backend API hosting. Postman –
For testing APIs during development.
∗ Testing Debugging:- Jest / Mocha – For unit and integration testing.
∗ Chrome DevTools – For real-time frontend debugging. Postman /
Insomnia – For API testing and verification.
∗ Design Tools:- Figma / Canva – For wireframes, UI mockups, and
marketing visuals.

6.2 Risk Management

Risk management is a critical component of successful software project

planning. It involves identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks that
could impact the project in terms of time, cost, quality, or scope. Below is the
structured risk management for HuntTheCareer.com.

6.2.1 Risk Identification

Several risks may affect the success of the project, including:

– Technical Risks:- Lack of expertise in advanced technologies (e.g., AI/ML,
OpenAI integration). Unexpected bugs or system crashes. Compatibility
issues across different devices and browsers.
– Project Management Risks:-Delay in task completion due to dependency
on student/intern contributors. Scope creep due to adding features
mid-development.Ineffective communication between team members.
– Security Risks:- Vulnerability to cyberattacks (SQL injection, XSS, etc.).
Inadequate data encryption and protection of user information.
Operational Risks:-Loss of project data due to improper backup.
Mismanagement in assigning or tracking tasks.
– External Risks:- Unavailability of third-party APIs (e.g., OpenAI, payment
gateway). Legal issues related to content scraping or job listing reuse.

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 6 System Design

System design outlines the architectural structure and the flow of data in the
application. It defines the components, their interactions, and how the
platform meets the user requirements. The system for HuntTheCareer.com is
designed with modular, scalable, and secure principles to handle students,
employers, and admin interactions.

6.1 System Architecture

The system follows a three-tier architecture, consisting of:

• Presentation Layer (Frontend):-Built using React.js and Tailwind CSS for a
dynamic, responsive user interface. Accessible via browser and supports
students, employers, and admin logins.
• Application Layer (Backend):- Powered by Node.js and Express.js, it contains
the logic for authentication, recommendation, job matching, application
tracking, and API endpoints.
• Data Layer (Database):- Uses MongoDB Atlas for cloud-hosted NoSQL
database storage.Stores data related to users, resumes, job/internship listings,
applications, workshops, and resources.
6.2 Data Flow Diagrams(DFD)

Figure 4: DFD
6.3 UML Diagrams

Figure 5: UML
7. Project Implementation
7.1 Implementation
The implementation phase is the most critical stage of the software development life cycle, as
it transforms the design and requirements into a functioning system. Below are the key
components and steps taken during the implementation of the HuntTheCareer platform:

7.2 Implementation Overview:-

The system was implemented using modern full-stack technologies to ensure scalability,
reliability, and an optimal user experience. The primary modules implemented include:

• User Authentication and Authorization.

• Student Dashboard.

• Internship and Job Listing Module.

• Workshop/Event Management.

• Admin Panel.

• Application Tracking System.

• Resource Sharing Module

7.3 Methodologies of Problem Solving:-

The project uses a combination of the following problem-solving methodologies:

• Problem Understanding and Requirement Gathering: Conducted surveys with

college students to determine their career guidance needs. Collected feedback from
placement officers and HR professionals about current inefficiencies. Documented both
functional and non-functional requirements.

• Research and Feasibility Study: Studied platforms like LinkedIn, Internshala, and
Naukri.com. Compared feature sets, usability, and market gaps. Assessed the technical,
financial, and operational feasibility of building a new platform.

• System Analysis and Design: Created use case diagrams, DFDs, and UML
diagrams. Designed database schemas and ER diagrams. Selected the Agile SDLC
model for iterative development and continuous feedback.

• Prototype Development and User Feedback:Built a minimal viable product

(MVP) with key features: login, job/internship listing, and student dashboard.
Conducted usability testing with a small group of target users. Collected feedback and
iterated the design.

A. Data Collection
Surveyed students to understand their needs regarding career development platforms.
Conducted interviews with placement officers and recruiters. Reviewed existing solutions like
Internshala, LinkedIn, etc., to identify feature gaps.
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B. Data Conversion
Collected data was cleaned, normalized, and structured to align with the database schema.
Employer and internship data was categorized using filters like domain, stipend, duration, and
location.

C.Inputting the Algorithm Codes into the System

Implemented backend logic to match student profiles with suitable opportunities. Designed
filtering and sorting algorithms for listings. Integrated search functionality using indexing
techniques. Created an admin algorithm to moderate and approve postings.

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D.Flow Diagram

Figure 6: Flow Diagram

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7. Software Testing
Software testing ensures that the HuntTheCareer platform meets quality standards and func-
tions correctly under all expected conditions. Below is a detailed overview of the testing phase,
including testing types and results.

7.1 Types of Testing

To ensure the system is reliable and functions correctly under various conditions, multiple types
of testing were performed:

• Unit Testing:- Purpose: Test individual modules (e.g., login, job posting). Tools Used:
JUnit (for Java backend). Outcome: Ensured every function returned the expected result
for valid/invalid input.

• Integration Testing:- Purpose: Verify that different modules (e.g., job application with
user dashboard) interact correctly. Tools Used: Postman (for API testing), MySQL
workbench (for DB validation). Outcome: Validated data flow and interactions between
front-end, backend, and database.

• System Testing :- Purpose: Test the entire system end-to-end. Tested Components:
Student registration, recruiter dashboard, job search, application flow. Outcome: All
critical workflows functioned as intended across browsers.

• User Acceptance Testing (UAT) :- Purpose: Ensure platform meets user expec-
tations. Participants: Students, college placement officers, company HRs. Feedback:
Positive user experience, suggestions implemented to enhance navigation and filters.

• Performance Testing :- Purpose: Measure response time and system behavior under
load. Tools Used: Apache JMeter. Findings: System handled 100 concurrent users with
¡2s response time.

• Security Testing :- Purpose: Identify vulnerabilities and ensure data safety. Tests
Conducted: SQL Injection protection Secure login (password hashing, validation) Session
handling and logout checks Outcome: No major vulnerabilities found.

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7.2 Test Cases and Test Results

Test Case Test Scenario Expected Result Actual Status

ID Result (Pass/Fail)
TC- 001 Student Signup with Account created Account Pass
valid details created
TC-002 Login with incorrect Error message shown Error Pass
password shown
TC-003 Post job with miss- Validation error Validation Pass
ing fields error
TC-004 Apply for internship Application stored in Data in- Pass
DB serted
TC-005 Search job with key- Matching jobs dis- Correct re- Pass
word filter played sults shown
TC-006 Admin blocks mali- Access revoked User access Pass
cious user denied
Table 2: Test Cases and Results

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8. Result
The implementation of the HuntTheCareer platform yielded promising results, both function-
ally and from a user experience standpoint. Below are the key outcomes observed during the
final testing and deployment phases:

• Functional Results :-
End-to-End Workflow Success:- All critical user journeys (student registration, job search,
internship application, company login, and job posting) were successfully tested and found
fully operational.
User Dashboard Functionalities:- Dynamic dashboards for students, recruiters, and ad-
ministrators functioned effectively, displaying real-time data such as posted jobs, applied
internships, and new user registrations.
Effective Search Filters:- Job and internship search functionality returned accurate results
based on keyword, domain, location, and duration filters.
Real-Time Communication:- Integrated support chat and notification system allowed for
real-time updates between students and recruiters.

• Technical Results :-
Performance:- Response time: Maintained ¡2 seconds under average load.
Load handling:- Stable operation for up to 100 concurrent users.
Security:- Login credentials are securely hashed. Sessions are properly managed to prevent
unauthorized access. No SQL injection vulnerabilities were found during testing.
Database Management:- Efficient CRUD operations on user and job data. Structured and
normalized relational database schema ensured minimal redundancy and high integrity.

• User Feedback Experience :-

Students:- Found the platform intuitive and helpful for finding internships, workshops,
and job opportunities. Liked the resume upload and auto-fill job application feature.
Recruiters:- Easily managed job listings and shortlisted candidates. Preferred the email
notification system for application tracking.
Colleges/Admins:- Appreciated the centralized data dashboard for tracking student ac-
tivities and placements. Reported ease of managing verification workflows for companies.

The HuntTheCareer platform successfully fulfilled its objectives of bridging the gap between
students and career opportunities. It demonstrated:
High usability and system stability.
Seamless integration of modules.
Accurate, real-time data processing.

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9. Experimental Setup
The experimental setup outlines the environment, tools, and configurations used to develop,
test, and deploy the HuntTheCareer platform. This ensures a stable, replicable, and performance-
optimized system for delivering career opportunities to college students.

Development Environment:-
• Frontend Technologies:
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript.
Frameworks: Bootstrap, ReactJS (for dynamic UI components).
• Backend Technologies:
Java (JSP/Servlets).
Spring Boot (for handling REST APIs and services).
• Database: 720p HD USB
MySQL 8.0.
XAMPP or WAMP for local testing.
• IDE Editors:
IntelliJ IDEA (Java Development)
Visual Studio Code (HTML/JS/CSS)Windows 10 / Ubuntu 20.04

System Configuration
• Operating System: Windows 10 / Ubuntu 22.04
• Processor: Intel Core i5 / Ryzen 5 or above
• RAM: 8 GB minimum
• Storage: 500 GB HDD / 256 GB SSD (recommended for speed)
• Browser Support: Chrome, Firefox, Edge (Latest versions)

Testing Environment
• Testing Tools:
Postman – API testing. JUnit – Backend unit testing. Selenium – Automated UI testing.
• Network: Localhost server for development testing. Deployed on cloud-based Apache
Tomcat server for user acceptance testing.

Deployment Environment

– Web Server: Apache Tomcat 9.

– Cloud Hosting: AWS EC2 or Heroku (for final hosting).
– Database Server: MySQL deployed on cloud or managed SQL hosting.

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6.4 Important Code

Figure 7: Code-No.Of Pages

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Figure 8: Code-jobs

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Figure 9: Frontend-code

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Figure 10: DashBoard

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6.5 Sample Images

Figure 11: sign-up

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Figure 12: Featured Jobs

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Figure 13: Job Description

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7. Conclusion and Future Work

7.1 Conclusion

The Hunt The Career platform was designed and developed to bridge the gap between
college students and career opportunities by providing a centralized digital solution. This
system offers students access to job listings, internships, workshops, and career resources
through a user-friendly interface and real-time updates. With integrated features like
search filters, application tracking, and personalized dashboards, the platform simplifies
the job-hunting process and empowers students to make informed career decisions.
The project has successfully demonstrated the feasibility and effectiveness of using modern
web technologies to solve a real-world problem. The design and implementation followed
standard software engineering practices, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and security.

7.2 Future Work

While the current system lays a solid foundation, several enhancements can be considered
for future development:

– Mobile Application: Build an Android and iOS app version to improve accessi-
bility and engagement.

– AI-Based Recommendation System: Use machine learning to suggest jobs

and internships based on user profile, preferences, and history.

– Resume Builder Tool: Integrate a dynamic resume generation and optimization

feature.

– Real-Time Chat Support: Provide a chatbot or mentor chat facility to guide

students.

– Multi-language Support: Add regional language support to cater to a wider

student base.

– Integration with LinkedIn/Indeed APIs: Automatically sync job listings and

user profiles with popular career platforms.

– Admin Analytics Dashboard: Provide the admin panel with analytics like user
activity, most-applied jobs, etc.

7.3 Applications

The Hunt The Career platform is designed to serve a variety of real-world needs across
the academic and employment sectors. Its flexible and scalable nature makes it suitable
for the following applications:

– College Placement Cells: To manage internship and job postings. To track

student applications and progress. To facilitate smooth campus recruitment drives.

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– Students and Job Seekers: To explore verified internship and job opportunities.
To attend webinars, workshops, and skill-development sessions. To build a career
profile and apply for openings efficiently.

– Employers and Recruiters: To post vacancies and internships targeting college

students. To filter candidates based on qualification, stream, and college. To conduct
online assessments and shortlisting.

– Skill Development Institutes: To offer online/offline training programs and

courses. To connect with interested students through the platform. To promote
certification courses and workshops.

– Government Skill Initiatives: Can be integrated into national or state-level

youth employment programs. To track employment statistics, registrations, and
success rates.

– Career Counseling Services: To guide students in career planning and progres-

sion. To provide personalized advice and job preparation content.

– Alumni Networks: To engage alumni in mentoring or referral opportunities for

current students.

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References

Here is the References section for your Hunt The Career project report. This list includes
a mix of academic-style and practical online references relevant to career platforms, job
portals, and student-employer connection systems.

• K. Singh, Database Systems: Concepts, Design and Applications, Pearson Education,

2011.

• Ian Sommerville, Software Engineering, 10th Edition, Pearson Education, 2015.

• S. Pressman, Software Engineering: A Practitioner’s Approach, 7th Edition, McGraw-

Hill, 2014.

• W3Schools. “HTML, CSS, JavaScript Tutorials.” Available at: https://www.w3schools.com.

• MDN Web Docs. “Web Development Documentation.” Available at: https://developer.mozilla.org.

• MongoDB Documentation. “The MongoDB Manual.” Available at: https://www.mongodb.com/docs

• GitHub – Job Portal Repositories and Sample Projects. Available at: https://github.com.

• LinkedIn. “How Students Use Career Portals.” Available at: https://www.linkedin.com.

• LinkedIn. “How Students Use Career Portals.” Available at: https://www.linkedin.com.

• Indeed. “Best Practices in Online Job Portals.” Available at: https://www.indeed.com/hire.

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Internship Report

Radiant IT Services Pvt. Ltd.

Office No.13-14, 6th Floor, B Building, City Vista, Fountain Round

Opp. Victorious Kids School, Kharadi, Pune 411014

Private and Confidential

Date:22/2/2025
To: Gaurav Tilekar

INTERNSHIP LETTER

Congratulations on completing successful one year internship from

1 Oct 2024 to 30 January 2025 at
Radiant IT Services Pvt. Ltd. as “SOFTWARE DEVELOPER”.

You have grown immensely during the course of this internship and we are confident that you are
now well-equipped to take on the professional world with your new set of skills and knowledge.

We wish you all the best in your future endeavors and hope that this experience has been
beneficial for you.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we can do to help you along the way!

Congrats again!

For Radiant IT Services Pvt. Ltd.

Name: - Mrs. Saniya Attar
Designation: - Director

Authorized Signature: -

Figure 14: Internship-Report

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Publications
If your project “Hunt The Career” has been published or submitted for publication, you should
list the details here. If you haven’t published it yet, you can include a placeholder or mention
that the publication is in progress. Here are two examples based on different cases:
Title: Hunt The Career: A Web-Based Platform for Student Career Opportunities.
Authors: Gaurav Tilekar, [Team Members, if any].
Journal/Conference: International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research
(IJETIR).
ISSN: 2349-5162.
Volume/Issue: Vol. 12, Issue 4, April 2025.
DOI/Link: [Insert DOI or web link]
Status: Published

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Plagiarism Report
To include a Plagiarism Report section in your project documentation, you typically mention
the tool used, the similarity index, and a brief interpretation. Here’s a sample you can copy-
paste into your report:

Plagiarism Report Summary:

• Tool Used: [Insert tool name, e.g., Grammarly Plagiarism Checker].

• Similarity Index: 3 or whatever percentage your tool shows.

• Date of Report Generation: [Insert date].

Student Name: Gaurav Tilekar.

Enrollment No.: [Your Enrollment Number]
Date: June 5, 2025

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