The Reality of Job Hunting in the Age of AI
After completing higher education, many graduates, like Susie and Martyna, face a daunting job market overwhelmed by competition and AI-driven recruitment processes. Here’s what we learned:
- Increased Applicants: Susie applied for over 700 jobs, highlighting the sheer volume of candidates now vying for the same positions.
- AI Integration: The rise of AI in hiring has led to a “Kafkaesque” experience, making tailored applications less effective as systems filter based on keywords.
- Experience Over Degrees: Employers now prioritize job-specific experience over academic qualifications, causing frustration for graduates who believed their degrees would guarantee opportunities.
Like many, Lucy faced disappointment when her degree didn’t secure her desired job, demonstrating the urgent need for reevaluation of current job expectations and qualifications.
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