Older job candidates face special challenges when job searching. Although they usually have more experience than their younger competitors, mature job seekers often find that employers are reluctant to hire them. They are sometimes met with prejudice in the job market due to interviewers' preconceived notions about those over a certain age. In order to meet your goal — finding a job — you will have to learn how to combat this prejudice, as well as deal with overt age discrimination.