Google Engineer's Job Rejection For Being 'Too Good' Goes Viral: How Netizens React

New Delhi: Annu Sharma, a software engineer at Google based in Delhi, has become an internet sensation after sharing an unusual job rejection story. Posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), Sharma revealed that a startup turned her down, citing her qualifications as “too good” for the role she had applied for.Sharing a screenshot of the rejection letter, she expressed her surprise, saying, “I didn’t know being overqualified could lead to rejection.”

What Recruiter Said?The recruiter’s message explained the reason behind the rejection, stating, “After reviewing your resume, we found that your skills and qualifications are far above what this role demands. In our experience, candidates with such high credentials may not find the work engaging and often leave soon after joining.” Annu Sharma PostSharma’s post shared just a day ago, has garnered over 55,000 views. Take a look at the post:

Didn't know you could be rejected for being too good 🥲 pic.twitter.com/mbo5fbqEP3

— Anu Sharma (@O_Anu_O) October 17, 2024

How Do Netizens React?Several users engaged with the post and have shared similar experiences of being turned down for jobs despite being highly qualified.

Where did you apply btw? Wipro 😄?

Companies usually follow same template rejections to all

— The Biryani Dev (@thebiryanidev) October 17, 2024

Padhu ki nai fir?😓

— priyamvada (@_piyummm) October 17, 2024

( Disclaimer: The story is based on reactions on the X platform. Suggestions, views, and opinions given by the users are their own. These do not represent the views of TN Network.)