COVER LETTER: FOLLOWING UP
Follow up with a phone call to the prospective employer/intern supervisor to inquire about the status of your candidacy. This will let that contact person know you are serious about the position they have to offer.
The rules of thumb when following up on a job/internship position are:
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If an application deadline is stated in the job/internship description, choose a follow-up date 5–7 working days following the deadline.
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If NO application deadline is mentioned in the job/internship description, choose a follow up date 7–10 working days after mailing your materials.
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Indicate a specific follow up date in the closing paragraph of your cover letter and be sure to follow through with the phone call!
Some ways of approaching the follow up phone call are:
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"My name is ________________ and I am calling in regards to the ____________ position. I'd like to know where the hiring committee is in the selection process."
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My name is __________________ and I am applying for the position of ___________. I am calling to make sure my application file is complete and to find out when the interviewing process will begin."
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Good morning/afternoon/evening, this is _____________ and I am calling to follow up on the position of ____________. I recently sent my letter of application, resume and references and am wondering when the search committee will begin reviewing the applications. How will the applicants be contacted for an interview?