How long it will take I am a fresh graduate from university. I am looking for employment for one month. I have just spotted one position which I am very instereted in and I think I am quite suitable for it. However, two weeks after my application, I called HR to ask about the process, HR said they have not start shortlisting yet. I have noticed this position is available from 2011 and I found it kind of slow to process. I want to contact the person in charge directly, but i feel it is kind of rude and I do not want to sound aggresive. I just want to know how long it will take to process this job.