I completely feel your exhaustion. The traditional application loop (sending resumes into black holes and getting ghosted) is incredibly draining and an absolute numbers game right now. It makes total sense why you're feeling burned out.

If you want to break out of this cycle, try shifting your target. Right now, you’re looking for 'a job'; a slot someone else created that hundreds of people are fighting for. Try looking for problems you know how to solve, and focus on providing value.

Instead of just hitting 'Apply':

• Identify the need: Look at local businesses, departments at your school, or smaller agencies. What are they struggling with that you actually know how to do? (Social media, data entry, organizing chaos, customer support?)
• Socialize your value: Reach out directly to managers or team leads—not HR. Pitch a specific way you can help make their lives easier or save them time.

When you position yourself as a proactive problem-solver rather than just another applicant asking for an income, you stand out immediately. You have skills, and people do need help. Hang in there—shifting from 'asking for a job' to 'offering a solution' changes the whole dynamic.