Follow-up email after applying (no response yet)

Most applications go into an ATS and sit there. A short, polite nudge 7-10 days after applying puts your name back in front of a human, without sounding pushy.

Template

Short & direct

Subject: Following up on my [Role] application

Hi [Hiring Manager's name],

I applied for the [Role] position at [Company] on [date] and wanted to follow up to confirm my application was received. I remain very interested in the role and [Company]'s work on [something specific: a product, mission, or team].

Happy to share any additional information that would help. Thanks for your time.

Best,
[Your name]

Tips

Timing: wait 7-10 business days after applying before your first follow-up. Earlier can read as impatient.
Find the right person: a hiring manager or recruiter beats a generic careers@ inbox if you can find one on LinkedIn or the company site.
Keep it short: this is a nudge, not a cover letter. Three sentences is plenty.
One more try: if you still don't hear back after another week or two, see the second follow-up template.

Followup remembers exactly when you applied to every job and tells you when it's time to send this, then drafts it for you automatically.

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