I submitted an application for an associate position in Dec '10 through a very senior employee. Six months later (yes, 6!) I received an email requesting an informal phone conversation. Skeptical of just how informal it would be, I prepped like mad. The call was very short and, surprisingly, very informal. Recruiter said I was not a fit for the position I had applied to back in December, but my resume contained experience relevant for another group (real estate & facilities). There were no openings at the time of the call. I was told my resume will be kept on file.