>Despite this, I'm having trouble applying for jobs. I usually don't meet any of the requirements, as I don't have actual work experience that the job descripti

>Despite this, I'm having trouble applying for jobs. I usually don't meet any of the requirements, as I don't have actual work experience that the job description expects. And when I do apply, I get rejected before an interview. That's just how it is. Keep applying. I doubt anyone is getting a job these days without making dozens of applications, or having serious connections. It's brutal and discouraging, but you just have to stick with it. For some more actionable advice, focus on your framing. Interviewers don't care at all about what interests you, or what things you're most excited about getting to work on. They care about what you can do for their company right now, especially for a mid-level role. Think less in terms of "I'd love to join your company because I'm excited for the opportunity to learn more about XYZ" and more "I'd love to join your company because I have a good working knowledge of XYZ, and believe it would be a huge contribution to your development efforts in that area."