Sample interview thank you email or letter
Dear Jack,
Thanks for taking the time <insert ‘today’ or ‘yesterday’> to discuss the role of <insert role name>. It was great to meet you.
I was really impressed with <insert detail about the role that was highlighted in the interview, such as ‘the vision of the company’ or ‘the great company culture’ or ‘the opportunities for career development’> that you described.
As we discussed, I’m confident that my skills and experience, most specifically <list specific skills/experience that are relevant> are a great match for the role.
<If you connected with your potential manager over something personal, here is a good time to mention it. For example, ‘I hope you have a wonderful time at Aria restaurant this weekend – the chocolate soufflé is my favourite dessert.’ Or ‘I hope your son enjoys his football match this weekend.’ If you didn’t unearth any personal details, don’t make it up or force it.>
I am available to meet with you any time, should you have any further questions. I look forward to hearing from you again.
Best regards,
Jill
Here’s why sending an interview thank you email or letter is important
It’s professional. Your potential employer has just given you his or her time for the interview, not to mention the time spent reviewing your resume and coordinating the interview. It’s good business etiquette to thank your potential employer and demonstrate that you’re appreciative of the opportunity.
It keeps you relevant. You have managed to get your resume to the top of the pile, now make sure you keep it there. If an interviewer is seeing multiple candidates, you want to ensure that you stand out from the rest and writing an interview thank you email or letter helps you do just that.
It shows you’re keen. Any potential employer wants a proactive employee – a follow up demonstrates your enthusiasm and commitment. In addition, you will remove any doubt about your interest in the role.