Something that you can do to help your odds of securing a job is to give the HR Dept. a call a week after you apply for the position or even show up at the place of business and inquire in person. With the high unemployment rate there is a higher ratio of applicants to positions and your application may get lost in the pile. At least it may get you reconsidered for the position. Be sure not to hound or repeatedly contact the potential employer as this is considered rude and will lessen your chances of secureing the position.
