How To Write A Job Search Thank You Letter

by Beverly Aarons 19. January 2010 09:03

So you just finished an interview with a potential employer. What should you do next? Write a thank you letter. Thank you letters have become something that many job seekers neglect. Only about 5 percent of job seekers send thank you letters after an interview and that means that if you send one, you will stand out. So how do you write a thank you letter for a potential employer? Let’s take a look at a few tips:

Consider using nice stationary that is not too formal; but not overly conservative either. Purchasing heavy stock paper with matching envelopes from an office store is probably best.
While there are no definitive rules on whether your thank you letter should be typed or handwritten, I recommend typing it. By typing your thank you letter you guarantee that it will be legible and perceived (at least in presentation) as professional.
A thank you letter should be sent within 24 hours after your interview. While some job seekers email thank you letters, sending a thank you letter through the mail will probably make a greater impression.

Below are a few components that should be included in your thank you letter:

Directly thank the interviewer for meeting with you.
Briefly restate why you are a good fit for their company.
Restate your main strengths.
In closing thank your interviewer again.
If you were interviewed by more than one person (which is often the case) send a thank you letter to each person individually.

How To Write A Job Search Thank You Letter

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