Hi all! I applied, had an interview, and sent in my DR sheets like 3 weeks ago! I just got an offer for a summer internship so I’m tempted to call the WH and see if I can get any realistic timeline for when we will find out anything. Obviously this is my first choice but I don’t want to say no to other options if I am just going to be rejected.
I hear a lot of talk about “calling the white house.” How is this done? Where are y’all finding the number?
Also, I received a call from an unknown number on march 9th… Missed call, no message left. Anyone know what this might signify?
@mistertaste I just went here https://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/write-or-call and called the number for the switchboard—202-456-1414.
Also from what I hear, all interview scheduling and form delivery occurs initially through email. And if they wanted to schedule an interview, it would be very likely that they would have left a message even if they deviated from the trend and made the first correspondence through phone.
I was contacted for an interview through phone, but they left a message when I didn’t answer.
@ingelasr I don’t think it was one anyone here would be applying for. Would just like to encourage you all to be open with other potential employers and to ask for more time rather than accepting/withdrawing. I managed a few days’ extension that way (it’s the White House…people understand). Always better to not burn bridges.
Yeah, I just found out I was waitlisted for a DNC internship so fingers crossed (feel a little sad about it as I was accepted last year, so I assumed I had it in the bag, hadn’t been able to take it previously due to financial reasons) but still waiting on the White House. I agree with you, it’s just a hard position to be in
I chatted with a current WH intern today and he/she gave me 2 helpful insights:
- This person was not notified until 2 months after the interview
- As far as he/she knew, no announcements have been made yet
…and I think everyone can agree that this is an incredible test of patience. haha
Well, no info as of yet however the portal will be down tonight for a day or so. There might be some updates when it’s back up. Also saw that in Oct if 2013 people got calls in Saturday. Needless to say… It’s up in the air. It would be interesting to start a pool for when we start to hear things!
Any update? Interviewed over a month ago, sent in DR forms three weeks ago. Portal still says my application is processing. Have a feeling that this is going to be the week though!
Just got a processing email! Not sure what else may have gotten released today
Processing email.
Same
Hey all, my portal still shows “processing”. I have not had an interview or received any correspondence from The WHIP. Does this mean I am not being considered? Has anyone been declined/accepted at this point? Wishing you all the best of luck and hopefully see you in DC this summer!
I also received a processing email.
What do the processing emails say? I have not gotten one and applied back in early January…
@mollywine11 they notified us that our applications are still being processed. If you haven’t been rejected outright I wouldn’t be too concerned. Call to make sure, but it’s possible that they’re having trouble with their mass emailer or something.
Has anyone here gotten a rejection email yet?
@screen8888 Thank you, the portal says it is still being processed. I’m just worried as I have not been interviewed or received any email correspondence or DR forms. I am (at least I believe I am) a highly qualified applicant. Anyone get a rejection email yet?
I got one.
“Please note that your application is still in process. As is noted on our website, the notification process began the week of March 9 and will continue on a rolling basis. The status of your application can be viewed within your applicant dashboard by logging in here.”
@GiantsintheSky Sorry to hear you got a rejection notice. Thank you for the information and best of luck in your future endeavors!