At age 35 (now) it becomes increasingly difficult not to get your applications back even before interview. So - no job for me at the time.
I startet at 33 into what looked a bright future. Airlines crying for lack of pilots. But that's over since end of 2001 for good. And now age becomes a factor for me too.
So even with my high quality airline training and good ATPL exam. No job so far. I'm back in Webdesign now.
As stated before - Think through it. Then, even if someone offers a job be sure today they get hundreds of applications!
I'm sure that with todays perspectives I'd not do it again!