Way back in the olden days, you applied for a job by printing out a resume and cover letter, putting them in an envelope with a stamp, and then sending them out via snail mail. Larger companies might then send you back a postcard acknowledging that they got your application. And then at some point, if you didn’t get the job, you’d get a rejection letter in the mail. For most jobs now you either apply online or email a resume. Strangely, this hasn’t sped up the process at all. Plus you’d think email would make it very easy for an organization to communicate with potential hires. Some places do have a seemingly automatic form email they send to say, “we got your resume.” But most don’t even do that. Generally most applications are followed by radio silence.
It’s gotten to where I’m amazed when I actually get a rejection email. I’m sure that these places are inundated with applicants, but it just seems like common courtesy to take a few minutes to send out a mass form rejection. Weirdly, the few rejection emails I’ve gotten have been really thoughtfully worded. I’m sure they’re still form letters, but someone took the time to the time to put a few kind words in. Hiring managers: your consideration is appreciated! (and that’s the end of today’s rant).
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This trend infuriates me. It happens in academia all the time... As an applicant you are expected to have a flawless resume/CV and perfectly worded, typo-free "cover letter" addressing the appropriate people with their correct titles and their institution and after all of these formalities the same institutions that demand them cannot be bothered to return the gesture with even the most basic form letter. Yes, some still do, but it's a dying practice.
Looking at your other posts I noticed you are currently on the job market. Good luck with that and don't let the silent rejection get to you. It's a power play by employers to overall make applicants feel unworthy of even a rejection letter. It's bs. Following.
I totally agree with you! Thank you very much for your understanding and support! Thank you for your kind words! I am very grateful. Follow you!