I interviewed almost 5 weeks ago for my government attorney position. Still haven't heard back. When I first interviewed I was told they were in a hurry to fill the position. Now I am told they are still doing interviews. So frustrating. The longer it goes the worse I feel about it.

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Thanks for the support.

Just as an example. I got call backs and rejections from jobs months after I accepted a different government job. It varies a lot. Good luck.

Thanks. So frustrating!

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