A COLLECTION OF REJECTION


Getting a job in this economy sucks, but for an aspiring journalist, it's f-ing impossible. These are 100% real rejection letters I've gotten during the past year up until now. I'm posting one letter a day until I get a job. This might take awhile.

6:18 p.m.

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Dear Chrissy,

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to consider you for employment. In this instance, we have decided not to move forward with your application. We appreciate your interest in Website and wish you success in your job search.

Sincerely,

The Recruiting Team



12:39 p.m.

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Hi Chrissy,

I just wanted to touch base with you regarding the position. We’ve decided to go with another candidate, but wanted to thank you for your time. We really loved your skill set and are sure someone will scoop you up soon!

Best,

Producer



1:50 a.m.

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Dear Chrissy,

Thank you for your interest in the position.

Although your experience and qualifications may match future opportunities, we do not currently have any openings for the position. Therefore, we are unable to offer you a position at this time.  Please be assured that we value your interest in Corporation.  We will retain your information in our candidate database and may consider you when an appropriate opportunity becomes available.

We wish you much success in your future endeavors and encourage you to periodically visit their website.


Sincerely,

Human Resources



4:35 p.m.

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Chrissy Mahlmeister,

Thank you for your interest in our company. We are pleased that you considered us at this stage of your career planning. However, we have selected another individual for the above-referenced position.

We appreciate your interest in this position and wish you success in achieving your career goals.



1:17 p.m.

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Dear Chrissy,

Thank you for your interest in the position of what I applied for.

We appreciate your interest in a career with Employer and thank you for taking the time to submit your applicant profile. However, we do not have a position that is equivalent to your job expertise at this time.  We have found your credentials and employment experience to be strong and would like to consider you for future opportunities with Employer when they become available.


We wish you much success in your future endeavors and encourage you to periodically visit their website.


Sincerely,

Human Resources



11:36 a.m.

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Hi Chrissy.

Thank you for your interest in our internship program at Publication. Unfortunately, we are looking for students who can do the internship for credit. It looks like you have already graduated and we don’t not have full time positions available at this time.

You have some great experience so I’m sure you will land somewhere great. Best of luck with your search!



11:15 a.m.

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Chrissy


We have received your application for the position of what I applied for. After careful consideration, we regret to inform you that you have not been selected for this position.

We will retain your candidate file in our database and may inform you of job openings that match your profile if you selected this option. We also invite you to visit the Career Section on our Web site regularly.

We thank you for your interest in Fashion Company.



2:14 p.m.

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Hi Chrissy,


Thank you for reaching out to me.

Our Hiring Manager really liked your resume and thinks it is a better fit for our web group.  She is looking for someone that has book publishing internships as this position will be working with the pub houses on a consistent basis.

I agree that your resume is great and will definitely be in touch.  We hire Editorial Assistants for online for so many different websites which have focuses in music, beauty, community, fashion, entertainment, and so on.

Have a great week

HR Person



5:44 p.m.

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Hey Chrissy,

Thanks so much for your resume-  it looks really great.  I forwarded it to Person and while we are not looking to hire right now, we will definitely keep your information on file should anything change!  Best of luck!

Editor



2:55 p.m.

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Hi Chrissy,

Thank you for your email.
Will keep in touch if we have any opportunities.

Best,

Editor