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5 reasons why you aren’t hearing back from that tech job – TechRepublic

Job search site Glassdoor compiled a list of useful statistics surrounding the hiring process. One stat, in particular, found that each corporate job position receives an average of 250 applications, yet only four to six candidates will be contacted for an interview.

In fact, “98% of job seekers are eliminated at the initial resume screening,” Robert Meier, president of Job Market Experts, told Workopolis. With such a quick elimination rate, applicants don’t have much room for error when creating a resume.

While the current unemployment rate is under 4%, Business Insider explained that the low rate is accompanied by a fall in participation as Baby Boomers retire. However, that doesn’t make entry-level availability any better for recent graduates. The job market is still competitive, especially for tech.

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