From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-26 08:01:00

Shawn K, a 42-year-old software engineer with two decades of experience, found himself shut out of the tech industry due to AI algorithms after losing his job last April. Despite sending out over 800 job applications, he’s only landed fewer than 10 interviews, some conducted entirely by artificial intelligence. This reflects a broader shift in hiring practices, with 48% of hiring managers using AI to screen resumes. Shawn now lives in an RV trailer in central New York, making deliveries for DoorDash after losing his $150,000 salary job. Experts suggest job seekers highlight “AI-resistant” capabilities to navigate this new job market.



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