Here are some quick tips to help you write a thank you letter after an interview.
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: 20 minutes
Here's How:
- Write a tailored thank-you letter to each of your interviewers.
- Thank each for taking the time to talk with you.
- Mention the day of the interview and job title.
- Express your interest in the company.
- Say that you want the job. Employers like to hear that.
- If you forgot to mention or ask something important during the interview, this is your second chance; but don't say you forgot.
- Mention topics that peaked your interest and something to make you stand out in the interviewer's mind.
- Start to wrap it up with another thanks for the interview.
- Offer to provide more information.
- Say that you look forward to hearing from the interviewer again.
- Proofread your thank-you letter and make corrections.
- Keep a copy for your records, especially if you've attempted to restate or clarify topics discussed.
- Keep copies of replies, for the same reason.
Tips:
- Type your thank-you letter in a standard business format.
- Keep it brief.
- Sending it by email is okay these days, and one of the fastest ways to get it in front of your interviewer.
