How to apply to Humble — and actually stand out
We don't care about polished CVs or cover letter templates. We care about whether you get what we're building and what you could bring to it. Here's how to show us that.
Show us, don't just tell us
The best applications we've ever received weren't the most formatted — they were the ones where we could immediately see how someone thinks. We want to see that from you.
Use Humble first
This is the one non-negotiable. Download the extension, use it for a few days, and come with a genuine point of view. What worked? What didn't? What would you change? That tells us more than any CV.
A CV is optional
If a CV represents you well, include it. If it doesn't — don't. We're more interested in what you can do than what you've done before. A portfolio, a project, a prototype, a video — all of these count.
Come with a contribution in mind
The strongest candidates arrive with an idea for how they'd make a dent. It doesn't have to be big — it just has to be real. Show us you've thought about where you'd actually add value.
Be yourself
We're a neurodivergent-first company. We've built Humble for people who think differently — and our team reflects that. Don't perform. We'd rather hear your actual voice than a polished version of it.
Ways people have stood out
There's no right format. The best applications surprise us. Here are some things people have done — or could do — to show what they're made of.
Think of these as sparks, not a checklist. The best idea is probably one we haven't seen yet.
Prototype something
Redesign a screen, sketch a feature, or build a rough version of something you think Humble is missing.
Make a video
Walk us through how you'd promote Humble to your community, or show us how you actually use it day-to-day.
Write something honest
A short essay, a Notion doc, a voice note transcript — tell us what Humble means to you and where you'd take it.
Pitch a WOW project
What's the one thing you'd do in your first 30 days that would make us think "we need this person"?
Map a community
If you're applying for a community role, show us the spaces you're already in and how you'd bring Humble into them.
Surprise us
Seriously. If none of the above feel right, trust your instincts. The format that feels most natural to you is probably the best one.
A quick sense check
Ask yourself these before you hit send. They're not requirements — just a helpful prompt.
Have I actually used Humble and formed a real opinion about it?
Does this show what I can do, not just what I've done before?
Have I said something specific about Humble — not just generic enthusiasm?
Does it sound like me, not like a template?
Would I be proud to show this to someone whose opinion I respect?
Ready? We'd love to hear from you.
Send whatever you've made to hello@thehumbleai.com — no forms, no portals.