TIPS FOR WRITING A THANK YOU LETTER
Send thank you letter within 24 hours after interview.
Write a different thank you letter to each person interviewed with.
Print letter on the same quality paper that resume and cover letter are on.
WHAT TO INCLUDE
Paragraph 1 -
Thank the interviewer for their time/hospitality/kindness/interest
shown on (date of interview/facility tour). Point out highlights of the day or
area of particular interest.
Paragraph 2 - Reaffirm interest in the position/company and in the confidence of being capable of holding the position for which applying for.
Paragraph 3 – Close the letter. Again thank the interviewer and hope to hear from them.
SAMPLE LETTER
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SALLY E. JONES 951 ANY STREET CHARLOTTE, NC 28264 (704) 555-8354 SJONES@HOME.COM
May 20, 2007
Ms. Shirley V. Grey Human Resource Manager ABC Corporation 1213 Any Road Charlotte, NC 28173
Dear Ms. Grey:
Thank you so much for the time you spent with me recently, and I especially enjoyed the brief tour. You went out of your way to make me feel relaxed and comfortable during my interview.
The more I thought about the Administrative Assistant position we discussed, the more interested I became. I am confident that my skills would greatly benefit ABC Corporation.
Again, thank you for considering my qualifications to become a part of your organization and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Sally E. Jones
Sally E. Jones
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