Following up on a job application

Have this ready

• The job title and the date you applied
• The hiring manager's name, if you can find it
• Your phone number and email, ready to share

What to say

1. Open

   “Hi, my name is [your name]. I applied for the [job title] position on [date].”

2. Say why you're calling

   “I wanted to follow up and let you know I'm still very interested.”

3. Ask one question

   “Is there anything else you need from me, or a timeline for next steps?”

4. Leave your info

   “My number is [number], and my email is [email].”

5. Close

   “Thank you for your time.”

Write down the date, the name of the person you spoke with, and what they said.

After the call

• Wait about 5 to 7 days after applying. If the posting has a closing date, wait until after it closes. If it says "no calls or emails," don't (Larimer County Workforce Center).
• Check your email and voicemail at least once a day, and reply within 24 to 48 hours. Make sure your voicemail is set up and not full (Larimer County Workforce Center).
• Keep a list of the jobs you've applied for and the employers you've contacted (CareerOneStop). Apply early, too. Some employers only review the first 50 to 100 applications (CareerOneStop).