Wait, what?

By The Bosnian - 15/10/2020 02:02 - Sweden - Solna

Today, after I applied and interviewed for a technical position in IT two weeks ago, they informed me that I didn't get it, because I'm "too technical." How the hell is that even possible? FML

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Overqualified

By Anonymous - 17/03/2023 13:00 - United Kingdom - Poole

Today, at the one job interview I got after months of applying, I was rejected for what turned out to be a phone customer service role, because I "wasn't technical enough." Previously I worked as a website developer and I have a computer science degree. FML

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By Me - 05/01/2010 07:16 - France

Today, I was rejected for a job I really wanted, they said I didn't have enough experience. I designed the systems they are implementing. FML

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Words is hard

By Anonymous - 20/09/2023 16:00 - United States

Today, I went for an interview at a great company. Everything was going well until I tried to demonstrate my knowledge of their industry by using a technical term. Turns out I'd completely misunderstood the term and used it in the wrong context. The interviewer raised an eyebrow, and I could see "Don't call us, we'll call you" flicker in their eyes. FML

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Nepotism rules

By Anonymous - 01/06/2021 11:01 - United States - Manchester

Today, I got notice that I didn't get the new position I applied for at work. After two interviews, pay negotiation and paperwork, as well as years of giving this place all my time, I found out my boss gave it to his friend's daughter, who has no experience or credentials needed for the position. FML

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By Anonymous - 31/12/2013 08:08 - United States - Seattle

Today, I got an e-mail regarding an IT support job I applied to. The e-mail had numerous formatting errors due to bad code, and typos all over the place. It said I wasn't qualified for the job. FML

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High hopes

By IncrediblyFrustrated - 14/12/2023 09:00 - Canada

Today, it's exactly two weeks after the second interview I had for my dream job that I felt went really well. They sent an e-mail back to me telling me that the team was really impressed with me, and that I was one of the best candidates they'd ever had. So of course they selected another candidate for the role instead. FML

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By Anonymous - 21/04/2013 22:56 - United States

Today, I was told that I don't meet the minimum requirements for a job I applied for. I currently hold the same job, at the same facility, but just wanted a day shift. Apparently I'm not qualified for the job I've had for 2 and a half years. FML

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Close but no cigar

By bbb - 03/10/2012 16:19 - United States - Hillsborough

Today, after having tried for months to get a promotion at work, I finally had an interview for a higher position. Everything went great, and I was told I would get a call next week for my second interview. I went back to my desk, only to get an email stating they're canceling the position. FML

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By jobless - 30/06/2019 22:01

Today, I had my first interview after weeks of applying everywhere, but I got turned away for being "inappropriately dressed" for the interview. I was wearing the smartest clothes I own. FML

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Et tu, Brute?

By Anonymous - 30/07/2018 15:00

Today, I applied for a new job as a maintenance technician. About 10 minutes after submitting my resume, I received a rejection letter. My girlfriend is their HR person. FML

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Marcella1016 31

Thursday 15 October 2020 3:26

I guess it’s...technically possible.

RichardPencil 30

Thursday 15 October 2020 2:26

It means that you're an übernerd that even nerds find too nerdy.

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RichardPencil 30

Thursday 15 October 2020 2:26

It means that you're an übernerd that even nerds find too nerdy.

Marcella1016 31

Thursday 15 October 2020 3:26

I guess it’s...technically possible.

Crowned Sataness 12

Thursday 15 October 2020 16:44

not every company wants people that can actually fix things. sometimes they just want "you're here because we have to have you here so sit down and shut up"

Seeya55 31

Thursday 15 October 2020 19:47

Yep, the company probably wants a general IT worker rather than someone who may possibly leave in a year or want a higher position shortly after being hired. You could also be way too anal or over analyzing problems that have simple solutions.

lev 11

Thursday 15 October 2020 22:28

In other words, overqualified. It's a well known problem.

rgkkk 17

Thursday 15 October 2020 16:57

It's not you, it's them

Bogrbon 27

Thursday 15 October 2020 20:13

It could mean that you have great technical skills but not the soft skills and interpersonal skills you’d need to be successful. If it were me I’d ask them to clarify and indicate what I should improve on for future interviews and positions.

deadclown6 9

Thursday 15 October 2020 22:35

Personally I think it means they declined you for reasons they don’t want to say so they came up with a BS reason.

deadclown6 9

Thursday 15 October 2020 22:37

Personally I think it means they declined you for reasons they don’t want to say so they came up with a BS reason to tell you.

Brightside86 30

Saturday 17 October 2020 0:48

HR often wants a very specific level of experience not too much not too little. If you have a degree and 10 years experience it's weird to have you apply for an entry level spot.