Should I Wait Until September? Why Sending Your Resume Now is a Smart Move
By Erin Virus
Communications Director and Contributing Writer
It’s mid-August, the patios are packed, and out-of-office replies are everywhere. For job seekers, the question comes up every year: “Should I even bother applying right now, or just wait until September when everyone’s back?”
The short answer: Apply now. Here’s why.
- Roles open year-round – Businesses don’t pause just because it’s summer. Summer is still hiring season (even if it doesn’t look like it), and companies often have new projects launching in the fall that require hiring now.
- Less competition – Some candidates do hit pause during summer, which means your resume may have fewer competitors in the pile. Fewer applications can make it easier for yours to get noticed — and for you to land an interview slot that might otherwise be snapped up quickly in busier months.
- Get ahead of the September rush – By the time others start applying after Labour Day, you could already be through first-round interviews. Being in the process early also means you can build relationships with hiring managers before the busiest recruiting period kicks in — giving you a head start when final decisions are made.
How to make your summer application stand out:
- Highlight your availability – If you can start quickly, make that clear. Employers value candidates who can step in without delay.
- Mention recent achievements – Fresh examples from the past few months show you’re engaged and active, not in “summer slowdown” mode.
- Stay responsive – With vacation schedules in play, replies may be slower—but responding quickly when you do hear back makes a strong impression.
Bottom line, hiring decisions don’t take the summer off—and neither should you. If the right job is out there, you don’t want to miss it just because the weather’s nice. So send that resume now… and maybe celebrate with a patio drink after you click “submit.”
Ready to put this advice into action? The perfect role could be waiting for you right now — don’t let it slip into September. Browse our current job openings and see where your next chapter could begin.
