# Rejected Before the Application Was Even Submitted

**[TRUE STORY]** — by Job seeker · via r/recruitinghell

A job seeker typed their email address into an online application form and paused to gather the rest of their materials. Before they could attach a resume, list a single reference, or enter any work history, the rejection email arrived. The automated message thanked them for their interest and referenced a "careful review of your resume, skills, and experience" — none of which the system had ever seen. Reddit commenters called it "recruiting hell's new speedrun category."

*Source: [r/recruitinghell · covered by News18](https://www.news18.com/amp/viral/got-rejected-while-applying-job-seeker-says-company-sent-rejection-email-before-application-was-even-submitted-ws-el-10119456.html)*
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