Formal Sample Interview
Thank You Letter

The sample interview thank you letter shown here can be used to follow up after most job interview situations.

The style of the thank you letters you send will depend on the tone of your job interview. A formal interviewer and company will demand a thank you note that is more conservative and serious.

Select the follow up letter that best suits your situation and adapt it for your own needs. 

Sample Interview Thank You Letter 

Candidate's Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Your Email

The date

Mr Brian Adams
Human Resources Director
Solar Systems Inc.
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Mr Adams

I want to thank you very much for interviewing me yesterday for the Senior Accountant position. I enjoyed meeting you and learning more about the position and Solar Systems Inc.

The interview strengthened my interest in the position and in working for such a dynamic company. I believe my qualifications and experience, particularly my familiarity with your current systems, fit well with the job requirements and I am certain I could make a positive contribution to the company. In addition, my strong analytical skills would benefit the new direction the company is taking.

I would like to reiterate my enthusiasm for the position, it is just the sort of opportunity I have been looking for. I look forward to hearing from you once the final decisions are made regarding this position. Please feel free to call me at the telephone number listed above if I can provide you with any additional information.

Again, thank you for the interview and for your interest.

Sincerely

Candidate's signature
Typed name

Job Interview Thank You Note

For a short and sweet thank you letter to send after your interview go to Basic Sample Interview Thank You Letter

Interview Thank You Email

This next interview thank you letter is for following up after an executive assistant interview. It can easily be adapted for other job interviews.

Interview Thank You Letter Example

Candidate's Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Your Email

The date

Mrs Jane Jackson
Marketing Manager
Ballory Investments
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Mrs Jackson

Thank you for the opportunity to discuss the Executive Assistant position this morning. The interview gave me a thorough understanding of what is required by the the company and the position.

I feel confident that my strong administrative and customer service skills will benefit this position. I have extensive experience in all of the computer software packages that you use and I am sure that my efficiency will ensure your deadlines are met.

I enjoyed meeting the other staff and would consider it a privilege to be part of such a dedicated team.

As agreed, I will contact you by Tuesday of next week to get feedback. Again thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely

Candidate's signature
Typed name

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Always send a well written thank you letter after a second interview and continue to make the right impression. This sample second interview thank you is easy to personalize for your own use.

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A well written thank you email is an acceptable way to send your after interview thank you.

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