Chapter 2, Memories of July

The second company is a foreign-funded enterprise, and compared to the first public institution, the person responsible for the interviews is undoubtedly much more professional

Has China's family planning efforts all along been completely ineffective? Standing at the entrance of the XX Exhibition Hall, Zhao Lingjun gazed at the throngs of people at the entrance, feeling somewhat lost in thought.

Is that so? Zhao Lingjun looked at the taxi driver in surprise and asked, "So what did you do later to become a taxi driver?"

Zhao Lingjun searched for a long time but could hardly find a few companies hiring for his major. Even when there were a few companies looking for someone with his specialization, they were crowded with people, making it nearly impossible to squeeze in.

As soon as Zhao Lingjun entered the job fair venue, he was swept off his feet by the surging crowd. It turned out that the population density inside the job fair was even greater than that outside. Zhao Lingjun, feeling utterly helpless, could only think to himself as he was jostled along with the throng.

Before the recruiter from this organization had finished speaking, Zhao Lingjun had already covered her face in shame and fled

"Brother, you are going to the job fair, right?" On the way to the job fair in the taxi, the taxi driver chatted casually with Zhao Lingjun.

After spending several hours, Zhao Lingjun finally submitted three resumes

Is that so? Zhao Lingjun sighed inwardly, thinking that this was all the result of the expansion of enrollment. The number of university students increases year by year, yet some universities have not improved their facilities. Many students from second-tier universities find it quite difficult to secure employment, and those who ultimately cannot find jobs often end up as taxi drivers, which is certainly the case for graduates from those second-tier universities. However, I am fortunate; HD Polytechnic University is, after all, a nationally renowned institution. Just thinking about this made Zhao Lingjun feel a bit proud, and he couldn't help but casually ask, "Big brother, which university did you graduate from?"

The job fair that day was said to be the last large-scale recruitment event for fresh graduates that year. Those who have walked the path of job hunting in that year surely know that, generally around the time of the New Year, graduates who completed their studies in July have already secured their post-graduation positions. Individuals like Zhao Lingjun are already considered to be on the last train of opportunities.

"How did you know that?" Zhao Lingjun was quite surprised, as Zhao Lingjun had only mentioned a place name and had not stated that he was going to attend any job fair

After the recruiter of this organization finished reviewing Zhao Lingjun's resume at a speed of one page per second, he asked Zhao Lingjun, "Have you passed the CET-6 in English? Are you proficient in any other languages? Can you converse fluently in English with others? You..."

The first company was a public institution. As Zhao Lingjun eagerly handed over his resume from the crowd, a drowsy young man inside barely glanced at it and simply placed Zhao Lingjun's resume on a towering pile of others. He then called out, "Next."

At this moment, Zhao Lingjun began to understand why so many people in his class ultimately did not choose jobs that suited their major

Last year on this day was just as hot. Dressed exceptionally well, as if going on a blind date, Zhao Lingjun confidently stepped out of the campus and waved down a taxi. If an unfamiliar person were to see Zhao Lingjun at that moment, they would surely think he was a senior white-collar worker heading to a large-scale matchmaking event. However, in reality, Zhao Lingjun was merely on his way to a major job fair.

I graduated from the Department of Physics and Thermal Engineering at FD University," the taxi driver remarked with a sense of regret. "It's a pity that after so many years, I've almost forgotten everything I learned in my field.

In Zhao Lingjun's imagination, the job fair must be filled with countless excellent companies waiting for talents like him to serve. There, a gentle and beautiful lady and a dignified supervisor would be sitting upright. After he submits his resume, the supervisor would surely review it carefully, smile excitedly, and say to him, "Good, you are exactly the talent our company has been searching for for a long time. Starting tomorrow, you can come to work at the company, and your salary will be XXXX yuan. If you perform well, there will also be bonuses and commissions every month." After he submits his resume, the supervisor would surely review it carefully, smile excitedly, and say to him, "Good, you are exactly the talent our company has been searching for for a long time. Starting tomorrow, you can come to work at the company, and your salary will be XXXX yuan. If you perform well, there will also be bonuses and commissions every month."

Zhao Lingjun's face was preserved, but the consequence of Zhao Lingjun practicing the Invincible Wind and Fire Wheel was that he became lame in one leg

When all the classmates had left the campus one by one, Zhao Lingjun realized that he was the only one left in the class who had not yet found a job

When Zhao Lingjun found himself squeezed among a crowd, his face flushed with embarrassment, he thought of a certain person from ancient times who would not bow down for five pecks of rice. However, one must eat to live, and if one graduates only to find oneself unemployed, it is evident that one has failed to repay the people's and the Party's nurturing over the years. Thus, Zhao Lingjun resolved that even if he were to be pushed out like leftover rice, he would persevere.

Whenever Zhao Lingjun thought of a bright future ahead, he couldn't help but hum "We Stride Towards the New Era" while heading straight for the XX Exhibition Hall

However, after just one minute at the job fair, Zhao Lingjun already understood that his thoughts were merely like the soap bubbles blown by children in their youth. They appeared colorful and vibrant, but with a gentle touch, they would burst and vanish without a trace.

Since this morning, Zhao Lingjun, who has not eaten anything yet, looks at the bustling scene in front of the various stalls and thinks sadly, will I only be able to drive a taxi in the future?

After waiting in line for nearly an hour and purchasing a ticket for five yuan, Zhao Lingjun finally stepped into the hellish venue of the XX job fair

In fact, for a man, injuring a leg is not a big deal as long as it is not the one in the middle. However, it was precisely this that caused Zhao Lingjun, who became a version of Iron Crutch Li, to miss several months of recruitment fairs.

At that time, Zhao Lingjun astonished everyone, for after rolling down the twenty or so steps, his face still radiated brilliance, without even a hint of color lost.

Zhao Lingjun reflects on his four years of university life, being honest and diligent, excelling in his major, easily passing the CET-4, and consistently receiving the third-class second scholarship. He feels that he is certainly not comparable to those who merely drift through life, and his future is bound to be bright.

Having emerged from the booth of the third company while holding a book, it was already past 3 PM, leaving less than an hour until the end of the job fair

Zhao Lingjun believed that the driver must be joking with him, as the driver's casual mention of a profession was exactly the same as Zhao Lingjun's field of study. FD University is one of the top universities in the country, and compared to FD University, Zhao Lingjun's HD Polytechnic University could only be considered a wild grass by the roadside.

He must be lying to me. After getting out of the taxi, Zhao Lingjun looked at the XX Exhibition Hall not far away, which was the venue for this large-scale job fair, still thinking about the taxi driver from just now

What? Zhao Lingjun rolled her eyes and nearly fainted

The third company expressed great interest in Zhao Lingjun. After carefully reviewing Zhao Lingjun's resume, the company's recruiter, an elderly man with graying hair, said earnestly to Zhao Lingjun, "I have carefully looked over your resume. Aside from not being a party member, your qualifications are quite impressive. Our organization is very interested in you. We are a state-owned enterprise, and the salary and benefits are quite good. Our monthly salary is 850 yuan, which includes allowances for meals, accommodation, and transportation. The dormitory accommodates four people per room, and there is a bathroom in the dormitory. If you find this acceptable, please go ahead and sign the agreement."

Hehe. The taxi driver chuckled and said, "There's nothing I can do. Nowadays, companies are ruthless and exploitative. The salary they offer is barely enough to support myself. So eventually, I had no choice but to drive a taxi."

Upon waking up in the morning, I used some Dabao. If I get injured, I truly owe an apology to Dabao and to this m.hetushucom.com face.

As Zhao Lingjun sat in the taxi, he felt an overwhelming sense of buoyancy. He sensed that a bright future lay before him. Countless riches and beautiful women beckoned to him.

A few years ago, I also visited that place, the taxi driver smiled and said. Back then, I was just like you, carrying a large amount of information, full of ambition and youthful vigor, seeking to pursue the value of life

Prior to this, the city had hosted countless talent recruitment fairs. However, Zhao Lingjun's luck seemed to have always been rather poor. A few months ago, while in the cafeteria, Zhao Lingjun was distracted by a beautiful girl and failed to notice that one of the steps was missing. Subsequently, Zhao Lingjun performed an impressive display of acrobatics while holding a bowl filled with hot dishes at the entrance of the cafeteria.

It is certain that this individual has poor academic performance, Zhao Lingjun decided as he walked, concluding that this person must spend all day playing games and flirting with girls at school, resulting in a dismal report card and such an outcome

Upon discovering that Zhao Lingjun had a broken leg, while on the way to the hospital, a classmate asked him, "Why are you desperately covering your face? You are not a woman, nor do you rely on your looks for a living"

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As soon as Zhao Lingjun arrived at the entrance of the exhibition hall, he was already dumbfounded

The classmates who were with Zhao Lingjun at that time had a deep impression of that scene. The moment Zhao Lingjun rolled down the steps, he swiftly threw away the bowl of rice in his hand, and throughout the process of rolling down, Zhao Lingjun's hands were always protecting his face