What to Do When You Haven't Heard Back in Weeks
Silence after applying is normal, but there is a right way and a wrong way to follow up.
Not hearing back doesn't always mean rejection — many employers are simply slow, understaffed, or still collecting applications.
A reasonable timeline
Give it one to two weeks before following up on a standard application. For roles you interviewed for, one week after the stated decision date is appropriate.
How to follow up well
Send a short, polite email restating your interest and asking for a status update — not a demand for an answer. Address it to whoever you've already been in contact with, or the hiring manager listed on the posting.
When to move on
If you hear nothing after two follow-ups spread a few weeks apart, treat the opportunity as closed and keep your energy on active leads. A closed door here doesn't rule out reapplying to the same company in the future.