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Communication from Companies - Poor Me

Posted: Nov 17, 2010

I would like to know if anyone else is having this problem. Over the past several weeks, I have applied to several companies for a part-time home-based MT position but have gotten no communication whatsoever from any of them. It would really be nice if they sent a short email message to all applicants stating that they received the resume and cover letter and am in the process of reviewing them. Some of these companies sound like they really need an MT immediately so you apply and never hear from them but continue to see their ad on the site. I really need a break soon. I need some money coming in.

Feel the exact same way - Tara

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I feel the exact same way. I have had the same problem. The problem I have though is they either respond and say that they need 2 years experience or they don't at all. How am I supposed to gain experience? I am so frustrated!

Not enough time or manpower - mt

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Most companies get inundated with resumes and don't have an automated system (like some of the bigger national companies have) to acknowledge your submission. The time it takes away from doing MT work to just acknowledge resumes is just wasted time. I get that it would be nice, but it just isn't productive.

Usually those they are interested in, hear from them, and the rest can assume they are not in the "first call". I've gotten calls months after submitting resumes before.

How much experience do you have? A lot of companies also don't hire part time but I'm guessing you are only applying to those that state they do?

Do you send a followup email asking if they've received your resume? Or when they think they will be making a decision?

Are your cover letters "catchy"? The truth is, when you're getting inundated with resumes, you usually choose out of the first 20 or so to start testing.

It's a really tough environment for hiring right now, and if you want part time and possibly don't have a lot of experience, the odds are definitely stacked against you.

Hang in there...

Communication from Companies - Poor Me

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Yes, part-time is definitely what I want and those are the only jobs I apply to. I have 20+ years of experience in several different modalities. I have been with a great company for 4-1/2 years now, but as of October 1 they have very little work; most days I don't even get one report. It's been really tough. I just keep hanging in there hoping to catch a break soon.

Communication from Companies - bored numb

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It does get frustrating. I find that calling the HR departments of somne companies will at least get you ear time. If you need work that badly it may be worth trying, if you haven't already thought of it.

It's a new, sadder world. We have to accept that companies will - only contact the chosen few. Just the way it is. n

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