Despite the belief that AI is blocking job seekers from landing roles, hiring experts say most rejections still come from humans, not algorithms. While applicant‑tracking systems can filter out candidates through basic “knockout” questions, recruiters ultimately decide who moves forward.
Most Job Rejections are Humans not AI
The real challenge is volume: job seekers are applying to far more roles, and employers are overwhelmed by massive stacks of résumés, creating what experts call an “AI doom loop.” Technology may assist with sorting, but it rarely makes complex decisions. Recruiters still read applications manually — often stopping once submissions become unmanageable — leaving many candidates feeling ignored.
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