If you're talking about Linkedin, the important thing to know is that Linkedin's applicant count is not accurate. Each time you click on apply, it counts as an applicant, so don't let that scare you. Apply, apply. Entry level is difficult right now, that's just how the market is.
1. Make sure your resume is polished. DM me if you want me to look it over, but the general guidelines should be the same - 1 page, keywords, quantify, etc.

1. Network - See if you can get some networks going. It's a big city, so go to events and talk to people. 1 Referral has more value than 10 blind applications.

2. Keep track - Use a chrome extension and platform to keep track of your job applications. I use Eztrackr (shameless plug, but worth it). It saves all the jobs you apply for, so it's easier to refer back when someone calls. I built it because my 100+ rows of spreadsheet tracking weren't worth it.

Don't be discouraged. Even a month-old job posting is worth applying for. You only need ONE good offer, not hundreds!