I've just sent off a job application. It's for an office junior type of job with a transport company. Although I've never actually applied for a job with this company before, it's the same type of job I've been applying for for nearly thirty years without any success.
I'm not too optimistic about getting the job, or even an interview; to be honest I think they're looking for a school-leaver who they can train up.
Hey don't give up - you never know you might just be lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time ............. from one who has been there!