Do some companies take several months to contact candidates for an interview?

[Anonymous]

I've applied for a few positions in the last few months and have not heard anything back, yet the positions are still showing as open and/or my application status is still in "under review" status. Is it possible that I could still be contacted for an interview?

[Anonymous]

Yes

[Anonymous]

Yes, some companies are super slow. Also it's summer and many decision makers may be on vacation.

[Anonymous]

Yes, our office is still "reviewing" applications submitted 60+ days ago. HR is overwhelmed and not sourced well. It's annoying for all parties involved.

[Anonymous]

My company didn't even both to tell candidates they weren't long listed or short listed. Sometimes they just didn't fill a position if they didn't find anyone they thought was suitable so the position would be "open" for a year. The only contacted you to tell you you didn't get the job if you were interviewed. But I've also interviewed for jobs where they just never called me back.