A Reddit user, 'ParkingMetre,' expressed frustration after being rejected by a UK company just three minutes after applying. Despite spending hours crafting a cover letter, the swift rejection highlighted challenges in the job market.
Screenshots shared by the user depicted rapid dismissal despite initial acknowledgment. Responses reflected widespread experiences, with one user recounting a similar swift rejection for a mining job despite ample experience.
Others attributed such rejections to automated resume screening, emphasizing the prevalence of this practice in major companies. Despite varied reactions, the post garnered over 14,000 likes, resonating with many navigating the complexities of job hunting.