Finding a new job is hard for everyone. But for people in their 50s, it is becoming a nightmare. Many experienced workers say they feel like they are shouting into a void.

Recent reports show a growing trend. People with decades of experience are struggling to get even a single interview. One 59-year-old job seeker in the UK applied for nearly 600 jobs and only got 8 interviews. That is a success rate of barely one percent.

Why is this happening? Many older workers say they feel invisible. They send their resumes out, but they never hear back. They call it a 'hiring wall'—a barrier that keeps them from even getting a chance to talk to a human being. Some people returning to work after a long break, such as those who took time off to raise families, say they feel like their applications are falling into a black hole.

Workers are frustrated. One person described the experience as a 'slap in the face.' They have the skills, the knowledge, and the background, but companies seem to be looking past them.

Recruiters do offer some advice for those over 50. They suggest that you focus on showing how you can still grow and learn new things. They also say it is important to be clear about why your experience makes you a better hire than someone younger.

However, the reality remains tough. For many, the job hunt has turned into a painful test of patience that leaves them feeling left behind by the modern hiring system.

Source: Business Insider