How to Write a Thank You After the Second Interview
Writing a thank-you letter or email after a second interview is an important step in affirming your interest in a new job. The thank-you also emphasizes your ability to communicate effectively with others. Letters should be written to everyone who met with you during the second interview, whether you met the person for the first or second time.
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Instructions
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Ask for a business card after you have finished speaking to an interviewer. Consult the cards for the correct spelling and complete title of each person you are writing to when you compose your letters or emails.
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Begin the letter by thanking the person for taking the time to meet with you.
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Mention your continued interest in the position. If the second interview made you feel even more confident that the job would be a good fit for you, mention this fact in the letter.
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Briefly describe some of the attributes or skills that would make you a good candidate for the position. If you are interviewing for a management position, you might write that the second interview provided you with a more in-depth understanding of the company’s growth strategies, and explain how your previous experience has prepared you to help the company grow.
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Close the letter by thanking the person for considering you for the position, and mention that you are looking forward to hearing from her.
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Tips & Warnings
Some prospective employers may prefer to receive a written letter. You may score points with others, however, by sending a thank-you email immediately after the interview, while you are still fresh in the interviewer’s mind. Try not to let more than 24 hours pass before sending out your letter.
Keep your letter brief. An interview thank-you letter should thank the interviewer and summarize your qualifications for the position. WorkTree.com recommends limiting the letter to one page.
Proofread the letter carefully before sending it. Look for grammar and spelling errors and double-check the spelling of names. Reading the letter aloud can help you spot errors that you may overlook by reading the letter silently.
Don’t assume that you don’t need to send another letter if you sent a thank-you after the first interview. Sending a letter after the second interview is even more important. At this point, you are probably competing with just a few other applicants. Sending a letter can help you stand out when you are compared to the other applicants.
