Job searching in the recession

A friend of mine, PhD in economics from Berkeley, Master in economics from Harvard received the following email:

Dear ....,

We currently have an opening with one of our clients that we are trying to fill. I believe you might be a terrific match due to your credentials.

The previous experiences you have working within the business is exactly what my client is looking for.

Above Average Salary with growth incentives. Candidates should be self starters with a desire to grow within their field.

I would like to invite you to apply for the Clean Room Janitorial Technician position. 

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And you never knew what your degree from Stanford, Berkeley, Yale, etc. is good for...