After you interview for a job how long should you wait to here from the company before giving up?

Answer 1

First, before you leave, ask how long they think it will be before they make a decision. They usually have a set time in mind in which they want the job filled.

If you haven't heard back within one week it is then appropriate to call and ask if a decision has been made on the position. I actually did this once and was told, "Oh, I've been meaning to call you because we want to offer you the position." So don't assume that you're out of the running until you hear for sure one way or the other.

Sometimes there are administrative glitches in which hiring gets put off, due to budgets or other priorities. You can never really tell until they have actually told you they are going with another candidate.

Good luck!

Answer 2

You should typically ask at the end of your interview when you should expect to hear back. Most places will tell you their time-line or how many more interviews they have scheduled. This should give you an idea of how long you will have to wait.

If you didn't ask, or if the time has passed, don't worry about following-up with the company. If you haven't heard back in 30 days, you should definitely call.

One instance I am aware of, it took the company two months to give out an offer. The reason it took so long was that all hiring decisions had to be approved by several high level management personnel and it was vacation season.

Answer 3

I would say, you generally know the answer immediately by observing the behavior the interview panel.

However the formal time to get any answer can be a week to 10 days. If not the complete answer, they will atleast let you know about the progress if you are being considered.
Unless mentioned, 15 days and later, you can generally ignore.
But even at a later date should they learn about another similar vacancy they may call you. Then you would never know the time though. The usual practice is that the HR keeps your resume and interview results for about 6 months.

Answer 4

A few days after they stop taking interviews make a follow-up call to inquire about the position. They will usually say it's been filled because in my experience they don't waste time. Sometimes the position is filled before the interviews even started but to comply with the law they had to at least post the job and conduct superficial interviews.

I know, it stinks.

Answer 5

I would not wait for any job or company to get back to you. Keep sending out resumes, and keep going to interviews until you get the phone call from somebody. It's always nicer to have a choice of which company to accept than to just take one because it is your only choice. Do not depend on any offer to come in until it actually does.

Answer 6

I would keep pursuing the job until they tell you they've hired someone else or sent a letter stating the position has been filled. I've noticed that when I send "thank you " letters after each interview the interviewers really like, try that and see what happens.

Answer 7

Never give up. I usually will wait a week after they stop accepting applications, then I give them a reminder call to ask if they have filled the position yet. This also lets them know you are still interested in the job. If it is a company you really want to work for also ask how often you should update your application.

Answer 8

It depends on the company and their process. If they have hired someone else you will get a letter. I gave up after 5 months, then got an interview and the job. So.... it is hard to gauge what is normal.

Answer 9

After 2 wks. Then u give them a call.
If u show interest, even if u were not one
on there list of prospects, it will give u
a chance to get in door for an interview.
I have done this and it has helped me to
land on a job quicker.

Answer 10

I think it's hilarious that people are saying they will send you a letter if they decide to go with another candidate. In my experience, I have been on a lot of interviews and only once did I get such a letter.