Writing a Thank You Letter

What is a Thank You Letter

Follow-up letter

Thanks the interviewer

Makes a good impression

Demonstrates professionalism

Friendly reminder who you are

Purpose of a Thank You Letter

Thanks the employer for taking time to speak with you

Restates your objectives, skills and experiences

Shows your interest in the job

Allows you to add anything you forgot to say in the interview

Formatting a Thank You

Letter

Layout

As with all professional

business letters, a thank

you letter should be

written in block format.

Thank You Letter Contents

Use simple language

Be short & concise

Proofread!

Remember you are THANKING someone – be nice!

Parts of a Thank You

Letter

Contact InformationYour full name

Street Address

City, State

Zip Code

Phone Number

Email Address

The contact information on your thank you letter should match your

resume!

DateWrite out the full

date!

February 9, 2015

Employer Information

Name

Job Title

Company’s Full Address

SalutationBusiness letters use only the

following prefixes:

Mr.

Ms.

Dr.

Address the hiring manager by their last name

Paragraph #1Thank the

interviewer

Thank them for the opportunity to speak with them (mention the position)

Thank them for their time

Reference when the interview happened (the date)

Paragraph #2Reference an element

from your interview conversation

Remind them why you are qualified/suite for the job

Express your sincere interest for the position

Paragraph #3Offer any additional

information they requested

Express your appreciation for being considered

Indicated follow-up/contact information you provided or when you expect to hear back

Complimentary Close

Use a professional closing

Respectfully yours

Best regards

Sincerely

Include your handwritten signature & typed signature

Your Turn!You that you have applied and interviewed for a job at The Falcons’ Nest…Write a thank you letter to Mrs. Belote to thank her the interview last Wednesday, Feb. 4th