Should I reapply for a job recently reposted?

10 Comments

1. AnonymousMay 10,2024 at 6:08PM UTC

   Have you done any follow-up at all? A post interview thank you email reiterating your interest in the position? If not, why not? At this point, it's been 2 weeks, it's now Friday afternoon, send an email, checking in - following up on the position, reiterate your interest, etc.

2. AnonymousMay 11,2024 at 9:51PM UTC

   I sent her a thank you note few hours after the interview. I will follow up via email now. Thanks

3. AnonymousMay 10,2024 at 7:33PM UTC

   I suggest following up via email vs. reapplying. Reiterate that you're interested in the role and maybe try and figure out a little piece of information that you can show off - something about your passion for the role.

4. AnonymousMay 10,2024 at 7:38PM UTC

   sometimes positions auto renew and get reposted.
   i'd definitely follow up to reiterate interest. if she really is still hiring, you can still apply again.

5. AnonymousMay 11,2024 at 5:13PM UTC

   Like the previous poster said, these jobs can automatically repost on sites until the role is filled. How did the interview end? Was she excited about you and your qualifications but needed to go through some more applications? Or did it end with her just saying she had more apps to review? Either way, send an upbeat email re-stating your excitement and why your skills are going to rock the role. Keep us posted!

6. Hold on Lee LouMay 13,2024 at 1:46PM UTC

   She may have re-posted, or it may have been automatic. I don't think re-applying is the move to make here in either situation.

   If she re-posted after her interview with you, she decided that you're not a good fit, and re-applying won't change that (it might be super annoying).

   She may want to get more options before she makes her decision in 2 weeks. Again, handling your resume again wont' make you look better.

   And, it may have just re-posted automatically in which case it's irrelevant and your resume either won't be seen, or it will be weird and awkward for her to see it again.

   What you do now is shoot her a pleasant, SHORT email stating how great it was to meet her and learn more about the position, and that you're really excited about contributing to her team. One sentence summing up how YOU are going to serve the company well. (Some people inadvertently talk about how the company will serve them, which is not what they're looking for.) Then, just a simple thank you and closing. Make sure your contact info is in the signature.

   Then keep applying to other jobs. Good luck!

7. AnonymousMay 13,2024 at 3:26PM UTC

   I have been in HR for many many years. I can tell you that when posting a job the repost could be automated, it’s not necessarily because you are not a qualified candidate or you’re not under consideration. It’s just when you purchase a job posting it can automatically repost because it’s usually a 30 day post window, you could reapply it wouldn’t hurt

8. Krystin MorganMay 13,2024 at 4:30PM UTC

   I would not reapply. Since you just interviewed recently, they already know you're interested. Reapplying might seem like you're unaware of professional norms or trying to pester them into a decision.

   Since it's only been 2 weeks, I wouldn't email the hiring manager, either. Sometimes, jobs get reposted automatically or get posted until the role is officially filled, so it doesn't mean you're no longer under consideration. It's just that even if they made you an offer, there's no guarantee you'd accept.

9. AnonymousMay 13,2024 at 4:48PM UTC

   Neither, instead if the 2 weeks have passed by per what she said to you directly email her and reiterate your strong interest. Also let her know that you would like to know as soon as possible if you are no longer being considered for the role because while they are your first choice other conversations are moving forward that are moving faster. That should net you a response which may not be what you want but at least you will know where you stand. If she replies favorably give it time as she is likely shopping the market. In future when you interview recommend that you ask for the specific steps in the interview process. Ask for the timeline as well and let them know your search is fast moving and active. If they want you while they may not move to your timeline they will likely understand the urgency of you in the mix. Good luck.

10. LORI-ANN BURLINGAMEMay 15,2024 at 12:06AM UTC

    No, I would not reapply. You are NOT second best and do not treat yourself like you are.

    When a company reposts a job posting, it is a RED FLAG that something is wrong. Did they have to rethink the job description, salary, credentials?

    It appears that the company may not know what they want/need for this position.

    You deserve better!