Automatic_Physics170's journey

I've been on a tough job search journey lately. As a 21-year-old student in France studying communication, my goal is to secure an apprenticeship that will lead me to a Master's degree in journalism. Unfortunately, I lost my initial apprenticeship last October due to company restructuring, which was beyond my control. Since then, I've sent out around 700 applications but have struggled to land a new position. I have a solid background, including experience as a sales representative, customer advisor, and freelance journalist for a local newspaper for the past six years. Academically, I'm doing well, currently at the top of my class with an average of 16/20. I even came close to getting an apprenticeship with a large company, but they opted to create a higher-level position instead. They did provide me with a glowing recommendation letter, which I hope reflects my potential. Despite my qualifications and positive interview track record, I'm finding it hard to get responses. I've applied widely, even outside my region, and have spent countless hours searching and networking. I'm starting to wonder if there's something missing in my CV or application approach. I genuinely believe in meritocracy and would appreciate any advice or insights on how I can improve my chances in this competitive job market.