How to Follow Up After a Job Application (With Email Templates)

When to follow up

• →After applying: if the posting gives no date, wait about one to two weeks.
• →After an interview: send a thank-you within 24 hours, then follow up after the date they gave you for a decision.
• →If they said they would contact you by a certain date, wait until a day or two after.

Template: after applying

Subject: Following up on my application for [role] Hello [name], I applied for the [role] position on [date] and wanted to confirm that my application was received. I remain very interested in the role, particularly because [specific reason]. Please let me know if I can provide anything else. Thank you for your time. Kind regards, [Name]

Template: after an interview

Subject: Thank you, [role] interview Hello [name], thank you for speaking with me today about the [role] position. I enjoyed learning about [topic discussed] and I am even more excited about the opportunity to contribute to [team or goal]. Please let me know if you need anything further. Kind regards, [Name]

Template: no reply after an interview

Subject: Checking in on the [role] position Hello [name], I wanted to check in on the status of the [role] position. I am still very interested and happy to provide any further information. Thank you again for your time. Kind regards, [Name]

Tips

• →Keep it under 100 words.
• →Send it to the person you have been dealing with.
• →Do not follow up more than twice.
• →Be gracious if the answer is no. You might be considered again.

Frequently asked questions