{"id":45,"date":"2016-08-11T03:36:06","date_gmt":"2016-06-24T22:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wayupstudent.wpengine.com\/?p=45"},"modified":"2018-06-29T14:08:11","modified_gmt":"2018-06-29T14:08:11","slug":"check-recruiter-havent-heard-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wayupstudent.wpengine.com\/check-recruiter-havent-heard-back\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check in With a Recruiter When You Haven’t Heard Back"},"content":{"rendered":"

You met with a recruiter, <\/span>had a fantastic interview<\/span><\/a> and then you never heard back. If you\u2019re disappointed (or worse, panicking), don\u2019t. There are lots of reasons why a recruiter may not have gotten in touch with you yet. They could be waiting to hear back from the employer, ironing out the details of your offer or they\u2019re just having a really busy week. No matter what the reason, if they said they\u2019d be in touch by a specific date and the date has now passed, it\u2019s perfectly fine to reach out to them and check where things stand with the job. If they didn\u2019t give you a timeframe, it\u2019s still fine to follow up but we recommend waiting a week or two before you do. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how to do it with confidence and tact.<\/p>\n

Let them know you\u2019re interested, but don\u2019t be aggressive. <\/b><\/h4>\n

Keep your tone light and friendly, and focus on next steps. It\u2019s important that you communicate with the recruiter with enthusiasm, not desperation. The most important tip: don\u2019t call. Recruiters are often very busy and they don\u2019t appreciate unscheduled calls. Plus, sending an email will make it easier for them to follow up when they\u2019re available. <\/span><\/p>\n

Want to really make an impression? Mention a specific moment from the interview. This will help to jog the recruiter\u2019s memory and increase the likelihood of them getting back to you. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what your email should look like: <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cHi Lisa,<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

I hope you\u2019re having a great week! I wanted to send a quick note to say that I really enjoyed meeting everyone at [company] last week and I especially enjoyed discussing [X project] with you. I\u2019m really excited about the role and think it could be a great fit. Are there any updates on the position?<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

All the best,<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Mike\u201d<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Mention any changes related to your application. <\/b><\/h4>\n

Did you just win an award for a class project or find out you\u2019re graduating summa cum laude? Congratulations! That\u2019s really exciting news and a great thing to include in your follow-up email. Be sure to mention this when you reach out to the recruiter and let them know that you\u2019d like to update your application. It\u2019s a wonderful way to start off an email and it might increase your chances of getting the job.<\/p>\n

Establish a relationship that will extend beyond the current role.<\/b><\/h4>\n

Even though the interview went really well, the truth is that the employer may have gone in a different direction. If that happens, it doesn\u2019t mean that your relationship with the recruiter has to end. In fact, the opposite is true. A recruiter can be your best friend in a job search and your ability to take rejection well will show them that you\u2019re flexible and able to go with the flow. Ask them if there are any other opportunities that might be a good fit. Chances are they have a couple. And if not, they\u2019ll still be more likely to stay in touch if they know you\u2019re open to other possibilities. <\/span><\/p>\n

Pro Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re really interested in a company, set yourself a calendar reminder and reach out again after three months. Since you\u2019re already on the recruiter\u2019s radar, they\u2019re much more likely to consider you for roles that are just opening up.
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\nWaiting to hear back after an interview is one of the most stressful parts of the job search. But an effective email can work wonders to reestablish a connection with a recruiter, and potentially with an employer. Following these tips will increase your chance of getting a response and may put you front and center in the recruiter\u2019s mind. But like any relationship, it\u2019s also important to know when to cut your losses. If the recruiter doesn\u2019t respond after the follow-up email, it\u2019s time to move on. Luckily, there are plenty of other <\/span>jobs for recent graduates<\/span><\/a> and we\u2019re here to help you make the most of them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Next, get more career tips for internships and entry-level jobs such as How Much Should I be Paid at an Entry-Level Job?<\/a>\u00a0and find answers to common interview questions such as Are You Willing to Relocate?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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