After an interview, it is generally best to follow up with a thank-you email within 24 hours to express appreciation and reiterate interest in the role. If you have not heard back after the timeframe given by the employer, or if no timeframe was mentioned, a good rule is to send a polite follow-up email about 1 week after the interview. For smaller companies that move quickly, following up in about a week is appropriate, while for larger companies with longer hiring processes, waiting up to a month before following up may be better. If a decision timeline was provided, wait until that timeline passes before sending a follow-up email. This approach shows professionalism and respect for the employer's process while keeping your candidacy top of mind.
