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Anon519377 · 22d ago
Is it worth applying to job ads that have been up for several days? I see some jobs posted for up to a month - does that mean they haven't had enough suitable applications or do they just leave a job up for a set amount of time? I don't want to apply if there's no chance my resume will be seen. Obviously the best time to apply is straight away, but is it still worth applying to a week old job posting in your experience?
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Tim · 3d ago
Some places don't even start reviewing CVs until the ad has finished being run.
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Living by the sea · 3d ago
Can't hurt throwing your hat in the ring. If the ads still up think you probs have to assume they're still looking.
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Jay · 13d ago
Actor
Apply for everything. if its been up for a while there could be a number of reasons, my advice is think positive, chances are they just haven't found a suitable applicant yet. GOOD LUCK!
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Anon983511 · 20d ago
Customer Service Support
I’ve found quite often companies will stick with their closing date if it is specified on the job ad. I’d still apply for a job if it’s been open for a week, you never know.

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