How long to wait when following up on a resume?

So, I just graduated and have been applying for open positions. I just wanted to know the right amount of time to wait before following up on a resume. A week? Two weeks? Just wanted to get everyone's opinion.

 

I usually send a follow-up e-mail a week later asking if they received it.

 

If you send it to HR, pros tell you to check back within 5-7 days but do not do it on a Monday. I guess they are busy in HR on Mondays. If you apply to a sports editor or whatever, I don't think the Monday matters.

If you apply online for an open position, good luck reaching a human being.

 

Would you guys say it is better to call or just send an email? I emailed my resume, cover letter, etc.

 

If you emailed your stuff, I would email your followup and reserve the calling for if you get no email response.

(I applied for a job recently that drew 400 candidates and they wound up hiring an internal candidate, so I don't think you're can expect a lot of personal attention necessarily).

 

I'd just go to the drive-thru and see if the manager is working ... </bitterbitterhack>