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This guide provides a structured template for thank you letters after job interviews, emphasizing the importance of showing gratitude, expressing interest in the position, and highlighting qualifications not previously discussed. It offers tips on format, structure, and preferred methods for delivery.
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Thank you letters Post-Interview
Purposes • To thank interviewer for his/her time • To reinforce the fact that you want the job • Include your JIST card for a reminder of your qualifications!
Typed, Handwritten, or Email • Typed is more formal • Preferred option, if you are not sure • Hand-written is more personal • Consider the personality of the business • Smaller businesses will appreciate the personal touch • Email is fastest way to get message delivered • Appropriate ONLY if you know decision will be made same day as your interview
Time • Follow-up promptly • Within 24 hours of interview
Format • Typical business format • Heading • Inside address • Formal salutation • Formal closure • Signature
Structure • Intro paragraph • Thank interviewer for taking time to meet with you • Mention interest in the job • Show your enthusiasm for the job
Structure • Body paragraph(s) • Reasons why you are a good candidate for the job • List specific skills • Mention anything that you didn’t bring up in interview that you thought was important afterward • Another chance to make a good impression
Structure • Closing Paragraph • Reiterate your appreciation for being considered for the job • End on positive note • “I’m looking forward to hearing from you soon”