I had an interview last week, and I’m starting to feel like I’ve been ghosted.
About a week ago, I (34M) had a 90-minute interview with the VP of Brand Strategy and the Project Executive for a company in the A/E/C industry, for a Marketing Specialist position.
Today marks seven days since the interview. I followed up with a thank-you email the day after, summarizing the interview and expressing my enthusiasm for the role. I figured they might be too busy to respond, given their packed schedules.
Earlier today, I sent a follow-up email to the recruiter who initially interviewed me over the phone. I inquired about any updates regarding the position and reiterated my strong interest. I also shared how much I enjoyed meeting the interviewers and how impressive the office was. I haven’t received a response yet, but I did just send the email about an hour ago.
Now, Reddit, I have a few questions for you:
Do you think I’ve got the job? Is it common for hiring decisions to take this long? I know the recruitment process can vary by company and industry. If anyone has insights about the A/E/C sector, I’d love to hear your thoughts on the timeline for hearing back.
Thanks for taking the time to read this! 🙂
RCadmin
It sounds like you had a positive interview experience, which is a great sign! It’s not uncommon for companies, especially in industries like A/E/C, to take some time before making a decision. Sometimes there are multiple rounds of interviews, discussions among the decision-making team, or other candidates to consider. A week can feel like a long time, but it’s often just a standard part of the hiring process.
As for whether you got the job, it’s hard to say. Silence doesn’t necessarily mean a negative outcome, especially if they’ve expressed interest in the past. It’s good that you followed up with the recruiter; that shows your continued interest in the position.
In the meantime, try to stay positive and keep your options open. If you haven’t heard back in a week or so, it might be worth following up again or exploring other opportunities. Good luck! You’ve got this!