Following up by phone or email
On an application…
“Good morning/afternoon/evening. This is __________, and I am calling to follow up on _________ [name of position]. I recently sent in my letter of application, resume and references, and I am wondering when the search committee will begin reviewing applications. How will applicants be contacted for an interview?”
“My name is ______________, and I am applying for the ___________[name of position]. I am calling to make sure that my application file is complete and to find out when the interviewing process will begin.”
On an interview…
“My name is _____________, and I am calling about the __________ [name of position]. I was interviewed by __________ [name of person who interviewed you], on ________ [date] at __________ [location of interview]. I would like to ask about the current status of my application.”