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Why can't I get an interview?

I've been applying online for over 2 months now (I plan to physically hand out CV's later this week) but so far I've had no positive responses if any replies at all.

I am applying for fashion retail which I have over a years experience in gained from working in an Oxford Street store, I also have interned as a fashion assistant at a magazine for over 5 months. I have very high A levels and I am studying for a degree at a Russell Group uni, so when I receive responses from employers such as 'Unfortunately we have decided that you are not a part of this selection. We mainly looked at experience, education and affinity with fashion.' I don't understand where I am going wrong?

I even got rejected from Primark!

Reply 1

tee3096

Original post by JasmineLDN

It's commonplace now that highly qualified applicants are still turned away whether it be from universities or jobs. You could try asking for feedback when employers reject you, to see if there is anything you may be missing. However, all you can really do is just keep applying. You'll strike lucky one day.

Reply 2

member403966

9/10 they want an individual with minimal prospects who won't have the ability to leave the job after a few months. Try Zara. I work in a store and they actually stress the importance of having an interest in fashion and appreciated the fact that I was an inexperienced student. They even state on their website that part time jobs are available for those who want to work during their studies which range from 9 hours to 30.

Reply 3

harrietowusu

Original post by thenewone61

hey, I've got an interview on tuesday i really want this job, but i already work in sainsburys and they pay 7 38 after 6 months,
but i wanted to move and work for zara, how much do they pay an hour?

Reply 4

member403966

Original post by harrietowusu

hey, I've got an interview on tuesday i really want this job, but i already work in sainsburys and they pay 7 38 after 6 months,
but i wanted to move and work for zara, how much do they pay an hour?

I'm a cashier and earn £6.50 an hour + 2% commission which is typically £200-300 a month.

Reply 5

harrietowusu

Original post by thenewone61

I'm a cashier and earn £6.50 an hour + 2% commission which is typically £200-300 a month.

how many hours dyou do if you don't mind me asking?

Reply 6

member403966

Original post by harrietowusu

how many hours dyou do if you don't mind me asking?

I don't mind. I usually work 15-20 hours during term time with focus on the weekends. It goes up and down depending on the hours available. Leading up to exams they decrease my hours to around 9 but I have to let them know well in advance.

Reply 7

2011maxik

where do you work, what qualifications do you have? and experience? because i have many qualifications yet still fail to land a job

Reply 8

2011maxik

Original post by thenewone61

I'm a cashier and earn £6.50 an hour + 2% commission which is typically £200-300 a month.

where do you work, what qualifications do you have? and experience? because i have many qualifications yet still fail to land a job

Reply 9

member403966

Original post by 2011maxik

where do you work, what qualifications do you have? and experience? because i have many qualifications yet still fail to land a job

Zara. GCSEs, A levels, 1st in first year lol. I'm in my second year studying biomed at Kings. Initially, I had planned to do pharmacy so I have a good amount of work experience. 4 Pharmacy placements, 1-2 weeks each. Under supervision I was allowed to deal with a large amount of bulk POMs deliveries every morning, checking stock, checking off the receipts, filing etc. I worked at an Oxfam store for 5 months and British Heart Foundation for 3. I know how to use a till, deal with customers etc. I've been fundraising for a local charity in support of Somali refugees for a few years. I just spoke about that in my interview.