Post Interview Communication

The following are a few tips to assist with crafting "thank you" emails and follow up communication after an interview.

Phone Interview

Balance provides a few tips on the picture below and additional samples in the following article.

General Do's in your Follow up:

  1. Send within 24 hours, but take time to think about the interview.
  2. Grab emails from each person who interviewed you. Follow-up with each person (if possible).
  3. Take notes during the interview and reference "what they say"
  4. Email Do's (Spell check, include signature with contact info, and attach resume again.

Phone Interview Follow-up Sample

Subject Line: Thank You - Marketing Assistant Interview

Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:

I appreciate having the opportunity to speak with you today about the marketing intern position at the ABCD company. The job seems to be a perfect match for my abilities and interests.

In addition to my enthusiasm, I will bring to the position strong communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. During our conversation, I noted that one point you stressed was your need for a Marketing Intern who can multitask. As the marketing lead for UC's Dance Marathon philanthropic event, I managed our social media team, merchandising team, and volunteer callout projects and timeline. With this past experience, I would transition well to your own collaborative environment at ABCD company.

I appreciate the time you took to interview me, and look forward to having the opportunity to meet with you in person.

Again, thank you very much for your time and for your consideration. I hope to hear from you soon.

Best Regards,

FirstName LastName

Email Address

Phone Number

In Person Follow-up Sample

Dear Ms. Lee,

I’m writing to thank you for interviewing me for the management trainee position at Lowell Companies. I’m excited about this opportunity and I appreciate your time.

My experience in client services at my previous positions, along with my effective communications skills, time management and public speaking abilities make me an exceptional candidate to enter your management trainee program. I believe the program would enhance my skills and position me to be an effective manager at Lowell Companies.

Again, thank you so much for the interview. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or if I can provide any additional information. My cell phone is 555-555-5555 and my email is lanira.applicant@email.com.

Sincerely,

Lanira Applicant

For additional tips - please review the Balance Thank You Letter article.