How long does it take an employer to get an application if you submit it online??

Question

How long does it take an employer to get an application if you submit it online??

Answer 1

If it goes directly to HR for them to screen and pass on to the intended manager, timing would be affected by the number of other positions being screened by HR.  Usually it takes HR between 1-2 weeks to screen and preinterview the applicants that would qualify for an interview with the manager. Then the qualified/interesting candidates' applications are sent to the manager to look over and choose the ones he/she feels would be the best qualified for the position. The applications are sent back to HR and calls/appointments are made to set up an interview time for the applicants with the manager. It's history after that. So guestimating, I would say the process could take anywhere from 1 week to 4 weeks to close the position.

Answer 2

The employer gets the application as soon as u summit but it may be days before they review them.

Answer 3

They get it as soon u submit, the matter of facts is it takes a time to review the cv/application as every company need the best employee and they have to go several application. and they choose as per own knowledge.

Answer 4

They receive the data pretty much instantly. Does that mean a person is looking over every app as soon as its submitted? No.

I've worked in Human Resources and IT for a few different companies. Two companies I've worked for would pretty much ignore any app that wasn't put in online. I've also worked for companies that ignored all online apps. Because it was up to the manager, and s/he didn't have enough time to check them online, didn't know how, or preferred to call back those who came in and filled out a paper app.  One company checked them but would take 2-3 months to get back to you.

So it depends, just do as you would with any app call them back in two weeks to check on your application for the first time. and once a week afterwards. If you don't call and check on your application once a week you will be forgotten. Also find out what times are the busy times for that business, and avoid calling them during those hours. I've seen angry bosses trash an application because you called in the middle of a work rush.