I don't get it. I've applied to countless part-time jobs over the past couple months. I send in the application, and I get an email back saying a recruiter or whoever will be in touch with next steps. Now if I'm no longer being considered for the position, that's one thing. But why do I always need to reach out AFTER submitting an application to see if the company has an interest in employing me? I sent in the application with all my contact information. It already feels like I'm doing the heavy lifting. Why can't they just reach out after they get the application? It turns me off from the potential of working for the companies completely, because THEY seem to already lack proper communication. Does this piss anyone else off?