Phone follow-up. If you were not told during the interview when
a hiring decision will be made, call after one week. At that
time, if you learn that the decision has not been made, find
out whether you are still under consideration for the job.
Ask if there are any other questions the interviewer might
have about your qualifications and offer to come in for another
interview if necessary. Reiterate that you are very interested
in the job. If You learn that you did not get the job, try
to find out why. You might also inquire whether the interviewer
can think of anyone else who might be able to use someone with
your abilities, either in another department
or at another company. If you are offered the job, you have
to decide whether you want it. If you are not sure, thank
the employer and ask for several days to think about it.
Ask any other questions you might need answered to help you
with the decision. If you know you want the job and have
all the information you need, accept the job with thanks
and get the details on when you start. Ask whether the employer
will be sending a letter of confirmation, as it is best to
have the offer in writing.
