How to Write a Thank You After a Job Interview

It is good etiquette to send a thank-you letter after each job interview. Ideally, you should send the letter within one day of your interview. While the primary purpose of the letter should be to thank the interviewer for his time, you should also use your letter to go over why you are a good fit for the position.

Instructions

1. Address your letter to your interviewer. Since the main purpose of the letter is to thank the interviewer for taking time to meet with you, your letter should address her by name.

2. Reiterate why you are a good fit for the position. In one to two paragraphs, restate why your credentials, work experience and skills make you ideal for the job.

3. Use the letter for damage control. If your interviewer had any concerns about your qualifications, use your thank-you letter to explain why you believe those issues would not get in the way of you doing your job if hired.

4. Demonstrate knowledge of the company and the position. Use details in your letter that indicate you've researched the company and understand what the job will entail.

5. Use an enthusiastic tone, but be sincere. One way to achieve this is to list specific reasons why you are interested in the job. You may want to talk about the company's mission or the opportunities for growth in the position.

6. Attach any information that your interviewer requested. If you were asked to supply transcripts, references or a writing sample, include these materials with your thank-you letter.

References

• Interview follow-up / thank-you letters

Resources

• Sample Thank-You Letters