Phone script · The hiring manager or the business

Following up on a job application

Wait about five to seven days after you apply, then send a short, polite message. Skip it if the posting says no calls or emails.

Have this ready

The job title and the date you applied
The hiring manager's name, if you can find it
Your phone number and email, ready to share

What to say

Open
“Hi, my name is [your name]. I applied for the [job title] position on [date].”
Say why you're calling
“I wanted to follow up and let you know I'm still very interested.”
Ask one question
“Is there anything else you need from me, or a timeline for next steps?”
Leave your info
“My number is [number], and my email is [email].”
Close
“Thank you for your time.”

Write down the date, the name of the person you spoke with, and what they said.

Rather text or email?

The same ask, written down. Fill in the brackets, then copy. A written message also gives you a dated record.

Email

Subject: Following up: [job title] application

Hello [hiring manager's name, or Hiring Team],

I applied for the [job title] position on [date] and wanted to follow up to say I'm still very interested.

Is there anything else you need from me, or a timeline for next steps?

Thank you for your time,
[Your name]
[Phone number] | [Email]

Short message (LinkedIn or the job site)

Hi [name], I applied for the [job title] role on [date] and wanted to say I'm still very interested. Is there anything else you need from me? Thank you!

After the call

Wait about 5 to 7 days after applying. If the posting has a closing date, wait until after it closes. If it says "no calls or emails," don't. Source: Larimer Workforce¹
Check your email and voicemail at least once a day, and reply within 24 to 48 hours. Make sure your voicemail is set up and not full. Source: Larimer Workforce¹
Keep a list of the jobs you've applied for and the employers you've contacted. Source: CareerOneStop² Apply early, too. Some employers only review the first 50 to 100 applications. Source: CareerOneStop³

The full lesson: Following up after an interview

Sources

Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development Follow up and communication with employers
CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor) Apply for jobs
CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor) Resumes

Last checked October 2, 2026 against the sources listed.

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