The IT jobs market has changed in 2025. If you’re a fresher struggling to get hired, read this emotional and eye-opening article. Learn the truth, and how to grow with confidence.
The Game Has Changed
If you think you’ll get a job in IT just like students used to get in 2018 or 2020, you are wrong. The hiring scene has completely changed. You might be an average coder, but that’s not enough now. Companies are hiring less people and expect more skills. The competition is high.
Even getting your resume seen is tough. Why? Because ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) check your resume before a human ever sees it.
The Resume Struggle Is Real
You’re not alone if you’ve:
- Applied to 100+ jobs
- Got zero callbacks
- Started doubting yourself
But wait — it doesn’t always mean you’re not good.
It could mean your resume isn’t speaking the language of the job description.
Here’s what you can do:
Use exact keywords from the job post
List real-life projects (not just basic calculator/to-do apps)
Highlight internships, freelance gigs, GitHub contributions
Add certifications like AWS, GCP, DevOps, React, or Data Science
Keep the design minimal, clean, and text-friendly (no tables, columns, or crazy graphics)
Pro Tip: Use tools like Jobscan, Resumeworded, or Rezi to check if your resume passes ATS filters.
Ghosting After Interview – The Pain No One Talks About
You gave your best.
You cracked that online assessment.
You nailed the interview… or at least, that’s what you thought.
And then — silence. No email. No feedback. Just… nothing.
This is called ghosting, and unfortunately, it has become way too common in 2025. But here’s the truth no one tells you:
Ghosting doesn’t mean you failed. It means the company failed to communicate.
You might’ve been good. But:
- They froze hiring.
- They chose someone cheaper.
- Their client pulled the project.
- Or someone with 2 years of experience applied for the same role.
It was never about your worth.
You mattered. Your effort mattered. And you’re stronger because you tried.
How to Actually Get Responses
Still just clicking “Easy Apply” on LinkedIn 100 times a day?
Let’s be honest — you’re wasting your energy.
Try this instead:
Build a Strong Profile On:
Use Cold Emailing:
Find HRs or team leads on LinkedIn.
Use tools like Hunter.io, RocketReach to get their emails.
Send this kind of simple message:
Hi [Name],
I’m [Your Name], a fresher skilled in [Skills]. I’ve built [Projects]. I really admire your company’s work in [field].
Would love to know if any entry-level opportunities are open.
Thanks,
[Your Name]
It works. Not always. But sometimes, it opens doors no portal can.
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Referral Is a Superpower – Use It
Let me tell you something honest:
A single good referral > 1000 job applications.
But don’t just go around asking strangers, “Can you refer me?”
Instead:
- Engage with people on LinkedIn
- Support their work
- Leave genuine comments
- Share your story
- Help others when you can
People help those who feel real, not desperate.
“Right referral > 1000 applications”
Yes, It’s Hard for Freshers – But Not Impossible
You know what hurts most?
It’s not the rejections.
It’s the silence.
It’s watching your classmates get placed when you’re still waiting.
And it’s okay to feel broken sometimes. It’s okay to cry.
But listen — you have two choices:
- Cry and quit
- Cry and get back up
And you know which one builds your future.
How to Improve Yourself Daily
No, you don’t need to do everything in one day. But every day, do something. Build your momentum.
- Learn trending skills: AI, ML, DevOps, Cloud, Cybersecurity
- Build serious projects: Not just “weather apps”, but real-world ones
- Update your resume for every job – match the JD!
- Collaborate with others on GitHub Post your journey on LinkedIn – share what you’re building
- Give mock interviews and learn from rejection
Rejection Is Redirection
You were not rejected.
You were redirected.
You didn’t fail.
You learned something others never did.
Every ‘No’ brings you closer to the right ‘Yes’.
Keep showing up.
Keep improving.
Keep believing.
Every rejection is a lesson.
Every failure is feedback.
Maybe the job wasn’t for you. Maybe something bigger is waiting.
You’re not behind. You’re learning. Growing. And that’s more powerful than any job.
You Are Not Alone, My Friend
Dear fresher,
You may feel like you’re falling behind. But trust me — you are not alone.
Thousands like you are stuck in the same race. But only those who don’t stop will finish.
Take care of your mental health.
Disconnect for a while if you must.
Talk to friends.
Take a walk. Cry it out. Pray if you believe in something.
But don’t give up.
You’ve come this far.
You’re already ahead of so many.
Now go that one step further — and keep going.
Quick Action Checklist:
🔹 Fix your resume – make it ATS-ready
🔹 Start posting your journey on LinkedIn
🔹 Build meaningful projects
🔹 Network genuinely
🔹 Try cold emailing + platform outreach
🔹 Get certified in at least one trending tech
🔹 Do mock interviews
🔹 Learn from rejection
🔹 Stay active on GitHub & coding platforms
🔹 Be emotionally strong. You’re more than a job title.
If you’re a fresher reading this — this article is for you.
If this helped, share it with a friend who needs this reminder.
Let’s lift each other up — because you deserve a place in IT, and the world needs your skills.
