What Happens After You Apply?

From careful application review to interviews and final decisions, we’re with you every step of the way. Whether you’re successful this time or not, we’ll keep you informed and help you stay connected to future opportunities at CERN.

1. We’ve received your application – what’s next?
As soon as you hit “submit,” your application is in our hands. After the initial screening, you’ll receive a confirmation email. From here, our team takes over to ensure every application is carefully reviewed. Please sit tight, as this process might take a some time, but we’ll keep you informed along the way.

2. How we review your application?
Once your application is submitted, it goes through a review process. Our recruiters and hiring managers work together to assess your skills, experiences, and how well they align with the opportunity you’re applying for. If we have any question or need more information, we will reach out to you for clarification.

3. Interviews: Getting to know you!
If your application is shortlisted, we’ll invite you to the next stage — interviews! This is our chance to get to know you better, and for you to learn more about CERN and the team you’ll potentially join. The interview process may involve one or more stages, including asynchronous video interviews, technical assessments, panel discussions, or informal chats depending on the position and hiring team. Throughout, we aim to create a supportive and welcoming atmosphere – you’ll have the chance to ask questions and see if we’re the right fit for you, too.

4. What happens after the interviews?
After the interviews, the hiring team takes some time to review short-listed applications. We carefully weigh all feedback and make a decision. Whether the outcome is positive or not, we promise to communicate with you transparently. If you’re successful, we’ll send you an offer, and if not, we encourage you to stay connected for future opportunities.

5. Your journey with CERN doesn’t end here…
If you’re not selected this time, don’t be discouraged! We are always on the lookout for talent, and we encourage you to stay connected. You’re part of the CERN community now, and there may be other opportunities where your skills match. So keep an eye on our job openings, join our talent community, and get notified about any other suitable opportunities in your field —your next big step could be just around the corner!