Uploading a resume can be a barrier to employment, even during a labor shortage
Not all job seekers have internet access or the digital know-how to submit an application.
Source: wgbh.org
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Not all job seekers have internet access or the digital know-how to submit an application.
Almost all businesses — including those paying minimum wage — require people to apply online. But not all job seekers have a computer, internet access or the digital know-how to submit an application.
People who don't have basic digital skills, such as knowing how to upload a resume, often struggle to apply for jobs. That's also true for people without computers or internet access. During a labor shortage, employers miss out on these job applicants.