Johann Hunt
Job hunting—it’s like dating, but way less fun and with more rejection emails. You’ve got to dress up your resume, put your best foot forward, and hope the algorithms and HR folks swipe right. But let’s be real; the whole process can get pretty absurd. As if the job itself isn’t demanding enough, the application process seems designed to test your patience, perseverance, and sanity. So, let’s check out these 15 screenshots that prove job hunting is no less than hell on Earth.
Existential Crisis 1.0
We wonder what insight such questions bring to the recruiters. People usually don’t wonder about their deaths, let alone what they’re going to have written on the gravestone. We feel sorry for this candidate. All this frustration, brainstorming to come up with the perfect answer, and a possible existential crisis, only to get a rejection email at the end.
You Give Some, You Get Some
Nothing says, “We really value your skills,” like asking you to pay to apply for a job. You’re shelling out $25 for the privilege of potentially being ignored by a faceless hiring manager. They must really need that processing fee to fund their top-secret ghosting operation. Who wouldn’t want to pay for the chance to never hear back?
Corporate Kitty Party
Sure, because coordinating high-level executive schedules is a breeze, right? Nothing like bothering your ex-bosses to chat with someone they’ve never met, all while you sweat bullets hoping they don’t accidentally spill about that one time you accidentally sent an all-company email. It’s like organizing a playdate for billionaires— what could possibly go wrong?
There’s No Right Answer
It’s the ultimate tightrope question. If you’re employed, they wonder why you’re looking. If not, they question your worth. You’re stuck crafting a response that doesn’t scream, “I need a job!” while subtly hinting at your immense value. It’s a balancing act that feels like an interview within an interview, all while you mentally prepare for the next curveball they’re bound to throw.
Existential Crisis 2.0
Okay, the employers are definitely playing with your emotions here. Why on Earth would they want you to ponder over your entire life just for a job interview? This question is, for sure, going to leave you with some level of depression. Why? If your life was so great, why would you be putting up with such absurd applications?
Moral Crisis
Now you’re stuck in a deadly conundrum. You definitely want the job, but you don’t know what side of your personality would appeal to them more, the caring person or the focused employee. You wouldn’t want to come across as an insensitive person if you pick the second or fourth option. But what if the recruiters reject you and direct you to volunteer at a non-profit?
When the Employer Is a Little Too Interested
Nothing says “qualified candidate,” like showing off your expired condiments and leftover pizza. Is this a job application or a culinary critique? You’re left wondering if they’re assessing your organizational skills or just getting a kick out of your snack choices. Or maybe they want to stock up their pantry with your favorite snacks. Angels in disguise!
Inclusivity at Its Peak
It’s so good to see gender awareness flourishing in our society. Even the corporate sector is sensitive to these things now. It does not matter if you are a man, a woman, or a diver; everyone will get equal opportunities. All jokes aside, we wonder who came up with this. Was this an honest mistake, or is there a recent societal revolution we don’t know about?
Time to Break a Sweat
So many interviews! This is nothing short of a job-hunting decathlon, but instead of medals, you get anxiety and scheduling nightmares. By the end, you’ll know everyone’s coffee order and pet peeves and might even be able to start a LinkedIn support group for survivors of interview marathons. Maybe they’re just giving you a headstart so you don’t waste your time familiarizing yourself with the people in the company.
Are You Sure?
This one is actually kind of funny, but the intention is not clear to us. Is the person who added these questions actually fed up with people ignoring all the hard work he put into creating the description? Or is this question there to provide a little comic relief in between a stressful application? Guess we’ll never know.
Umm, What?
What better way to assess someone for a job than to throw a riddle at them in the middle of the questionnaire? Is the candidate the right fit for the job? Is he qualified enough? Can he bring value to the company? We’ll find out after he figures out this completely unrelated riddle. Also, it’s a tough one. Ain’t no one figuring it out in the remaining time.
Keeping Up With Tech
Because managing a regular paycheck wasn’t challenging enough, now, you get to navigate the wild world of digital currencies, with your salary bouncing up and down like a roller coaster. Will Bitcoin pay the bills this month, or will you be left explaining to your landlord that your rent’s temporarily stuck in the blockchain?
When They Want to Know the Real “You”
Ah, nothing like sharing your dog videos and holiday snaps with potential employers. It’s like inviting your boss to your weekend BBQ. Sure, they say it’s to understand your “personal brand,” but let’s be real—they’re just snooping. You struggle between showing them your true self or the sanitized, professional version. Either way, your latest meme collection might just be the topic of your next interview!
Time to Address the Elephant in the Room
This is the embodiment of the most ridiculous question ever asked in a job interview. But let’s show some sportsman spirit and play along. Maybe we could take the elephant out on the streets and let people ride it for 2 mins for $20. At least that way, we’d be making some money and wouldn’t have to tire our brains out with such applications.
This Person Gave Voice to Our Thoughts
Lastly, we had to include this in the list. While this is not from an actual interview or application, it perfectly captures the madness that goes on in the name of job applications these days. It makes us miss those days when one or two interviews were enough for the hiring process. Hopefully, we can get back to the processes that actually made sense.
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