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Job search is not an easy task in general especially when you’re straight out of college, as employers expect years of experience or else they send you straight down the road of internships. And finding the most suitable job may as well be a form of art. But who the hell is it out there looking for potential employees and trying out how far the limits be pushed? It’s mind blowing how some companies have outrageous expectations from the future hires while setting up some ridiculous conditions. And really, these ads are out there to remind us that if everything fails at least your sense of humour will still be there out  when it will come to facing the most horrendous employers. For its 139k subscribers this Reddit thread, Recruiting Hell, brings the hottest job offers out there - now, whether you’re ready to take up those jobs or not is your choice.

Bored Panda picked a few best worst recruitment fails out there from the popular Reddit community. These 28 emails, ads and job applications show that the hiring process will strip you off your dignity, pay you in experience and make fun of you. Recruiters are there to give you life advice and tell you in general what to do and not, even when it comes to using the bathroom. They’re there to question your experience, sanity and make you doubt their common sense. And although there are lots of profesional people in the industry, but this time brace yourselves for not the kindest ones. This is a list that anyone who has ever looked for a job or offered one can relate to, so you can share with us your recruitment hell stories below! 

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When Employer Was Not Supposed To Attach A Message

When Employer Was Not Supposed To Attach A Message

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    Your Science Degree Will Be Perfect To Work At Our Restaurant

    Your Science Degree Will Be Perfect To Work At Our Restaurant

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    #3

    Looking For 'Cold And Robotic' Person

    Looking For 'Cold And Robotic' Person

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    No Jeffreys Allowed

    No Jeffreys Allowed

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    hey, not my problem
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a guess: when you are making a search engine, as for a database, there needs to be a code word which the computer will know means 'zero' or 'nothing there'. It is usually 'null', but some companies have a person with the surname Null, so it has been changed in this case to jeffrey

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    #5

    When Our Company Doesn't Believe In Experience, But Actually, You Should Have It

    When Our Company Doesn't Believe In Experience, But Actually, You Should Have It

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    We Cannot Provide You With Feedback, But We Would Be Keen To Hear Your Feedback

    We Cannot Provide You With Feedback, But We Would Be Keen To Hear Your Feedback

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    You Should Be Loyal Just To One Job Opportunity

    You Should Be Loyal Just To One Job Opportunity

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    Ruth Mayfly
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's really nice of him to put all the giant red flags out in the open for everyone to see.

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    #8

    We Found Our Match And It's You With Your...

    We Found Our Match And It's You With Your...

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    #9

    Good Looks Are A Requirement

    Good Looks Are A Requirement

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    Mimi M
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is ironic is that what other companies do under the table (hire based on looks or other external consideration), this company admits openly, so at least you know what you are dealing with. Doesn't make it right, of course.

    로희
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A friend of mine failed her interview to become a flight attendant because she had pimples. The pimples weren't even bad, just a couple of bumps on her face.

    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They wrote it, but it does not mean others don't do it. As a very unattractive person, I know discrimination based on looks is universal and nobody stands against it because everybody hates ugly people.

    Maul!
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sales jobs require people to be well groomed and presentable. They could’ve simply mentioned it that way! Looks like their current staff isn’t as “airily in English’ as they’d like! 😂

    Mosheh Wolf
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now there is an easy starter lawsuit for a newly hired attorney.

    Laila Hernandez
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Person #1: Other reason to hire, good looking. Person #2: Oh then hes hired.

    Full of Giggles
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly, headshots are not an uncommon request with resumes. Even in positions where you have limited interaction with customers and clients. I actually had a U.S. government agency ask for mine. They said it was for a background check but it was before they had my social security number.

    Petra Christovová
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, the job is at sales, so the personal impression is important. But usually it is formulated in a less judgmental way - one can be charming and persuading salesman or saleswoman without looking like a movie star, so there is a chance that the writer of this description may be kind of jerk.

    zims
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In some countries it's standard to send a headshot with your resume. And looks can definitely impact job hiring, especially in sales.

    Laine Light
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Turning away talented candidates can definitely impact a business's performance, sales or otherwise.

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    Jimi Laoshi
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to work in the most notorious Chinese company, and Chinese staff would just check female candidates photos . Later they would decide on few candidates and check them out during the interviews

    Michael Green
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you need to be good looking for in-home shopping or online sales?

    Jonathan
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd totally take this to court for lack of equal opportunities!

    Robert Thompson
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For a job in sales, this IS a requirement! Good looking people have the advantage here.

    Donna Leske
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe they can get the new employee to reword this so it makes sense.

    Holly Molly
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What kinda means and force will I be supplied with? Also, maybe it was a typo, maybe they meant "Good in looking". Like good in looking for things and playing hide and seek lol

    FroggyGirl
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What dafuq does the fuqing machine mean? " good looking"?? bruh dafuq i aint applying

    MalP
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    too many issues, geez. Plus they should start by hiring a proofreader and running their ad by HR. Illegal on a couple of these in the US.

    Ryan Badgley
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Job app for those gypsy sellers at those skin care booths at the mall

    Sasha Kuleshov
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember an AD here in México that wanted "Good looking people" = "White People", so racist :P

    PhybreAwptic
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes no spaces after a colon. Sometimes spaces before commas. Hard pass.

    DarkLumiya
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had this before on a few applications. One was for a mediocre airline for ground crew

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    #11

    When The Company Makes You Post Good Reviews

    When The Company Makes You Post Good Reviews

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    Lexi Mitchell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    12 hour shifts with no breaks but only a 30 minute lunch is illegal. You’re actually entitled to two 30-minute breaks if your shift is that long, iirc.

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    #12

    When You Withdrew Your Job Application But HR Wants To Make Sure It Rejected You

    When You Withdrew Your Job Application But HR Wants To Make Sure It Rejected You

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    When The Boss Is Rude, But Perhaps You Are Still Interested In The Job

    When The Boss Is Rude, But Perhaps You Are Still Interested In The Job

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    Marcellus the Third
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In other words, "I was even ruder to the other candidates so you're the only one who hasn't explicitly vowed never to work here".

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    #14

    When You Put In Your Time And Get 100%, But You Still Get Rejected

    When You Put In Your Time And Get 100%, But You Still Get Rejected

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    BluEyedSeoulite
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wants someone who gets a perfect score... Makes a mistake in the first sentence

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    #15

    When You Must Have A Job In Order To Apply

    When You Must Have A Job In Order To Apply

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    The Rejection Of Your Application Was An Error And Still Is

    The Rejection Of Your Application Was An Error And Still Is

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    Lord Ponsonby
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry we rejected you by mistake. Now we do it properly. It's an advanced version of the sibling game, 'stop hitting yourself'

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    Junior Senior Software Developer Wanted

    Junior Senior Software Developer Wanted

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    Ruth Mayfly
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Senior developer: "Candidates must have at least 2 previous lifetimes experience of..."

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    #18

    But You're Applying For A Digital Marketing Role

    But You're Applying For A Digital Marketing Role

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    Mama Panda
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember being asked a silly question like this at an interview once. It was "If you could be a box of cereal, which brand and why?". My answer was fruit loops because I would be one if I continued the interview. She was dumbfounded when I got up and left.

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    #19

    When One Job Requires A Lot Of Your Time

    When One Job Requires A Lot Of Your Time

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    Joshua Nowell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i just want to point out the IQ requirement. it is pretty rare for someone to have an IQ of over 135. obviously the person who made this want everyone else to be smarter that him.

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    #20

    Lorem Ipsum Lorem Ipsum Lorem Ipsum

    Lorem Ipsum Lorem Ipsum Lorem Ipsum

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    When You Get Rejected After 3 Years Of Waiting

    When You Get Rejected After 3 Years Of Waiting

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    Marcellus the Third
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely careful considerations! I'd have let it slide by mid-2020 but not them!

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    #22

    You Eat What?

    You Eat What?

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    Lexi Mitchell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I only eat what I kill, then I should be allowed to bring a gun, paring knife, and fire starting kit into the office. In case I forget my lunch and BRENDA won’t shut up about her stupid kids again.

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    If You Get Distracted, If You Need More Than Two Short Breaks, If You Call In Sick, This Job Is Not For You

    If You Get Distracted, If You Need More Than Two Short Breaks, If You Call In Sick, This Job Is Not For You

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    Marcellus the Third
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Disagree here.The title claims "if you call in sick", what is written is "if you always call in sick around the weekend" --- pretty different. They mostly give you very good pointers how to ace the job interview (read people's intentions from their statements, that's half the test) / attitude you want. What's written here is far less than what most companies actually demand.

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    When You're Totally Meeting All Of The Requirements

    When You're Totally Meeting All Of The Requirements

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    Ruth Mayfly
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your knees tremble when someone foists extra tasks on you. You swoon when asked to do unpaid overtime. You have a secret fetish for boring meetings.

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    #26

    We Reject You, But Why Don't You Give Us A Follow?

    We Reject You, But Why Don't You Give Us A Follow?

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    Troux
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This standard company ad sounds offensive in context. "Real people and real opportunities here. That's not you."

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    #27

    We Are Looking Forward To When We Can Hire You, But Not Now

    We Are Looking Forward To When We Can Hire You, But Not Now

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