Is it wrong to call a company you applied to after you submitted a resume?

Question

I applied to a security company i KNOW im qualified for. I have 8 years honorable service in the military as well. Is it rude to call and check a week after you submitted a resume? I feel i may be discriminated against because i am a smaller female, any help would be appreciated.

Answer 1

How would they know you're a smaller female if you just sent a resume? All that they'll know is your name, unless you met them in person.

Still, it would be a good idea to check up in a week or so, but just ask if they received your resume, state that your interested in the position, etc. Basically, do a follow up call.

Answer 2

The first problem I see is that your cover is not a cover letter - it is merely an introduction saying your resume is attached. And obviously it is a form letter - a cover letter is supposed to allow you to tailor your work experiences to the job being applied for. Everyone has a paragraph telling the hiring manager how great they are - which is why these types of paragraphs are basically ignored. As for the resume, what does "art-time caretaker" mean - did it mean you looked in on them every now and then or did you help feed them, dress them, whatever. You need to list the duties and responsibilities you had as a caretaker. Then, when you apply for a job, you take those duties and responsibilities and translate them into something of value for the position you are applying for. Remember, use the cover letter to show how your experience translates into helping to make the employer better. For example, if you are applying for a customer service position, you might be able to say in your cover letter: As a caretaker for autistic children, I learned the value of patience and perseverance. I believe that these traits translate directly to a job in customer service as I understand that many clients use customer service only when they have a problem and are agitated. I am able to use this patience and perseverance t not only listen to the customer calmly and without getting flustered myself (helping the customer calm down) but also the perseverance will help me follow through in solving the problem and satisfying the customer - leading to a customer who will return and not go to a competitor. Or, if any of the kids' parents complemented you, you can use that in the cover letter to show your success at handling what can be difficult experiences (and again, translate that to how it helps the prospective employer). No, on to other things - every employer has a personnel manager or a hiring manager - it should not be that hard to find out who this person is with a phone call or two By addressing the person directly ("Dear Mr. Smith:") you show that you have the initiative to get things done (as opposed to Dear Hiring Manager - looks lazy. And finally, yes, you should go in to the company a few days after you deliver the resume and cover letter. Ask for the hiring manager (preferably by name if you have done your research). Introduce yourself, and say that you dropped off/sent a resume in. Ask if they are currently hiring or have any plans to hire in the near future. Then let the manager take it from there. Dress neatly and do not bring your cell phone with you (even on vibrate - if it goes off and you even glance at it, you could lose any opportunity for a job that you might have had). By dress neatly, I mean khakis, polo/button down shirt, either dress shoes or black semi-formal sneaker with no logos, no hat/cap, pants pulled up with belt. Use proper language, no text slang and complete sentences. Treat this as an informal job interview. At the end, shake hands and thanks the person (even if they are not hiring - remember, they could have a job opening at any time) and reiterate that you are interested in working there and that you are available at any time. Hope this helps

Answer 3

IN-human Resources is about blocking access to hiring managers these days. So calling will likely do absolutely nothing. You will hit voicemail and never get a call back.

If they want you, they will call. Otherwise, you are just an annoyance to them.

Even after an interview, they will just ignore you unless you are the one they want.

I've been ignored after being flown across country at their expense and spending a day with their staff.

Remember, it's not you, they are the new "phone company" from Lily Tomlin..."We don't care, we don't have to...we have the job."

Answer 4

No - I work closely with our HR dept at work and put through lots of calls of people who check to see if their applications/resumes have been received.
I actually emailed the HR dept. where I am now, and got a response.

Keep your name out there! Good luck~

Answer 5

No you should call them. Get your name in front of them again. Send a follow up letter, if you can't speak with anyone on the phone.
If you get an interview, follow up with a thank you letter.
Any good contact with them so they remember your name, not too often or you will be bugging them.
Good luck

Answer 6

No, it's not rude. I would call and asked if they had received it, and if the company was still interviewing for the position. leave it at that, and thank them for their time. This will show that you are interested, but not desperate. Good Luck!

Answer 7

if you call they will think you actually want the job. in fact I know of some places that wont hire people who DONT call back. just call and check up on the resume

Answer 8

After 1 week is the perfect time to follow up. Call or email and say you just want to follow up on your application.

Answer 9

If you are truly interested in this particular position, calling once a week is totally acceptable, and in most cases is highly recommended.

Answer 10

I don't think it's wrong to call and check on your resume. To me, if you call, it really shows them you are interested.