re: resume followup etiquette

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how long should you wait to hear back before checking in with the company?

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30 minutes.



For real, did you send it to a recruiter or submit it online? If you sent it online, do you have a contact at the company?

Given you have a contact to talk to, you could a) let them know you submitted your application through the online system (sort of a "heads up" email) and ask them about their process, or b) if you submitted your stuff to that person directly, give them 3-5 business days and then ask a process-related question.

ETA: I would never phrase the follow-up as "I sent my resume, have you made a decision yet?" No matter the time frame, it comes across as impatient. Just ask about their process, if there's anything left for you to do, etc.