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# What happens after I submit a proposal

> What 'Pending' means on a proposal, the actions an employer can take, and what you can do while you're waiting.

When you submit a proposal, it goes into the employer's review queue for that job. You'll see it on the [**My Proposals** tab in your AI Trainer dashboard](https://app.opentrain.ai/ai-trainer?q=proposals) with the status **Pending**.

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## What "Pending" means

The employer hasn't made a decision yet. They may still be collecting proposals, shortlisting candidates, or waiting on AI screening answers from applicants. The proposal stays Pending until the employer takes one of these actions:

* **Accept** — a contract is created and your status moves to **Hired**.
* **Decline** — the proposal closes. You can apply to other jobs.
* **Message** — the employer asks a question. You'll see the message in the [Proposals tab](https://app.opentrain.ai/ai-trainer?q=proposals).

If the job closes without a decision, your proposal moves to **Closed**.

## How long this takes

Review time is up to the employer. Some employers review proposals daily; others wait until they have a larger pool. Larger jobs and recruiting-configured jobs (where AI interview answers are required) tend to take longer to review.

## What you can do

* Make sure your profile is complete. A complete profile with specific labeling experience is reviewed more often.
* Finish the AI interview if the job requires one. Proposals without a completed interview are typically skipped.
* Keep your messages on the [Proposals tab](https://app.opentrain.ai/ai-trainer?q=proposals) — that's where the employer will reach you.

If a proposal has been Pending for an unusually long time and you'd like a hand looking into it, email [support@opentrain.ai](mailto:support@opentrain.ai) with the job link and a human on our team will pick it up.