Gone in 60 seconds: Job seeker shares instant rejection nightmare

A job seeker recently shared his job-hunting nightmare on Reddit, revealing that he received a rejection email just 60 seconds after submitting his application. The post quickly gained traction as users reacted to the absurd speed of the rejection.

Commenters on the post joked about how much can happen in under a minute and shared their own experiences with near-instant rejections, highlighting how common this issue has become in modern job hunting.

Another user commented, "Automation is great because it frees us from doing any work – HR," which sparked a discussion about how companies are relying more on AI and automation in their hiring processes. Many pointed out that such rapid rejections suggest no human ever reviewed the application and that job seekers often spend hours customizing their resumes and cover letters, only to be instantly rejected without any feedback.

The user later clarified in the comments that the email mentioned the position had already been filled, yet the job listing remained open. This led the applicant to question, "Why keep the position open if it's already filled?"—a sentiment echoed by many frustrated job seekers who encounter outdated or misleading postings.