Writing a Thank You Letter After an Interview

If you have recently given an interview for a job vacancy, sending a thank you letter can be a positive gesture that can reflect how much you appreciated the opportunity and what a successful appointment would mean for you.

It’s not a long letter, but more of a short note which can be sent via mail or e-mail to either the HR department or the interviewer (if you have his/her contact details).

However, writing formally is essential here because you want to present a professional image and you should refrain from excessive praise or exaggerated claims.

Not sure how to go about it? Here we will not only show you how to write a thank you note for an interview but also give you a couple of samples and a template to work with.

Tips for Writing a Thank You Note for an Interview

Keep the note brief and concise
Use formal language throughout the letter
Thank the interviewer for the opportunity
Refrain from praising the interviewer or making inappropriate comments
Do not make exaggerated claims, promises of exemplary performance or pitches

Instructions

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Sample of a Thank You Note for an Interview #1

Dear Mr. Dan Smith,

I am writing this letter to convey my gratitude and to thank you for taking the time and conducting my interview. Working at Starling International has been a dream of mine, and simply walking into the building was quite exciting for me.

I would like to thank you for dealing with me in such a helpful and supportive manner and truly look forward to working with you in a professional capacity.

Kindly let me know if there is anything else you require from my end. I have already submitted related documents to your HR manager, including my contact details.

Thanking you once again,

Sincerely,

John Buckner
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Thank You Note for an Interview Sample #2

Dear Ms. Jodie Granger,

My interview yesterday was a great experience and I would like to thank you for taking out time to conduct it. Our discussion has further cemented my resolve to work at Granger Co, which has been one of the companies I have really wanted to be a part of.

I am confident that my skill-set and experience meets your requirements, and after learning more from you, I am glad to know that I will get the opportunity to further develop my skills and expand them.

While I have provided all required documents to your HR manager, please feel free to contact me if you require any further information.

Looking forward to a positive response from you,

Sincerely,

Adam Lindsell
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Template of a Thank You Note for an Interview

Dear (Interviewer’s name),

I would like to truly thank you for conducting my interview in such a professional manner (yesterday/last week). Having spoken to you, I am confident that (Company’s name) is the right place for me.

Moreover, I wanted to express my gratitude for your support during the interview, without which I might not have expressed myself so openly.

My experience at (work experience/previous/existing company) and skillset makes me a good candidate for the vacancy at your organization, and I believe I can meet your high expectations if given a chance.

Please feel free to let me know if you need any further information or documents from my end.

Looking forward to your response,

Regards,

(Your name)