4 Jobs I Didn’t Get

My email archives contain over 200 job application emails sent since I graduated from college in 2005. After a basic search, I found four responses. (Other applicants report similar results.)

Logan, thank you for your interest in the Development Associate position. We appreciate your interest in working at our organization. There were many highly qualified applicants for the position, and after careful consideration we have selected another candidate. We will keep your information on file, and if we have an opening that appears to match your skills and experience, we will contact you.

“Janet”
Human Resources and Office Manager

Dear Logan,
Thank you for taking the time to interview for the Entry-Level Administrative Assistant position. Although your qualifications are excellent, unfortunately, we have selected another candidate who more closely meets our needs at this time.
We wish you the best of luck in your job search.

“Beth”
Executive Assistant

Hi Logan,

XXX enjoyed meeting with you last week. You have a lot of great skills to offer, however he has decided to move forward with another candidate. He will keep your name on file, as there will most likely be other projects related that he’ll need help with.

Thanks again for applying. Best of luck!

“Tina”
Personal Assistant

Thank you for taking the time to apply for our Membership Associate position.

At this time, you have not been selected to go any further in our hiring process.

We appreciate your commitment to children and wish you the best in all of your endeavors.

Sincerely,

“Linda”
(no title)

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