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The Struggle of Indonesia's Young Job Seekers: Ichar's Journey to Employment
A Long and Challenging Job Hunt
At just 23 years old, Ichar Nurse Septani faced the daunting challenge of breaking into the workforce in Indonesia. After graduating with a diploma in electrical engineering from a local polytechnic, she embarked on a relentless journey to find a job, sending out approximately 2,245 resumes over an eight-month period. Despite her persistence, her efforts were met predominantly with rejection, a disheartening reality shared by many young Indonesians.