Job Application Follow-Up Generator
Applied for a job and haven't heard back? This free tool helps you write a polite job application follow-up — as an email or a short phone script — to check on the status, reaffirm your interest, or confirm your application was received. Add a few details and copy the result. Australian English, no sign-up, and nothing you type is stored.
Example follow-ups
Here's the kind of wording this tool produces. Yours will use the details you enter.
Subject: Application status — Customer Service Officer role Hi, I'm writing to follow up on my application for the Customer Service Officer role at XXXX company, which I submitted a couple of weeks ago. I'd appreciate any update you're able to share on where things are at. Thank you for considering my application. Kind regards, Sam
Hi, my name is Sam. I applied for the Customer Service Officer role at XXXX company last week, and I'm calling to reaffirm how interested I am in the position. I'd love the chance to discuss it.
Subject: Did my application arrive? — Customer Service Officer role Hi, I submitted my application for the Customer Service Officer position a few days ago and wanted to make sure it came through okay. I'm very interested in the role and happy to resend anything if needed. Kind regards, Sam
Hi there, my name is Sam. I'm following up on the Customer Service Officer role I applied for earlier this month. Could you tell me if there's a timeframe for the next steps?
Frequently asked questions
How long should I wait before following up on a job application?
There's no fixed rule, but many people wait until any stated closing date or timeframe has passed — often around one to two weeks after applying. If the ad mentioned a date for shortlisting, it's reasonable to follow up shortly after that.
Is it okay to follow up on a job application?
Yes. A short, polite follow-up shows genuine interest and is generally welcome. The key is to keep it brief and courteous, and to follow up once rather than repeatedly over a short period.
Should I follow up by email or phone?
Email is usually the easiest and least intrusive option, and it gives the employer time to respond. A phone call can work well if the ad listed a contact number or invited enquiries. This tool can word either for you.
What if I still don't hear back after following up?
It's common not to receive a reply, even after a polite follow-up. If you've followed up once and heard nothing, it's usually best to leave it there and keep focusing on other opportunities. You're welcome to follow up again much later if the role is still open.
Does this tool store what I type?
No. Anything you enter is only used to build your message on this page. It is not saved, and there's no sign-up.