A "thank you" or post-interview letter can separate you from the crowd because very few people send them. Thank the interviewer for their time and consideration and say what a pleasure it was to meet with them. See the Sample Post-Interview Letter Format below for suggested details to include in your letter.

Sample Post-interview Letter Format

• Your Name
• Street Address (incl. Apartment No.)
• City, State and Zip code
• Country (if other than the USA)
• Telephone, Fax Number & Email (recommended).
   
• Company's Name
• Employer's Name
• Employer's Title
• Employer's Division
• Company's Street Address (and Suite No.)
• Company's City, State and Zip code
• Company's Country (if other than the USA)
    
• Date of Writing
   
• (Title) Employer's Name:

First Paragraph:

• Thank her/him for the interview - be specific about date, time and place.
• Tell the employer that it was a pleasure to meet with them.
• State again the title or the position you are interested in.
• State why you are interested in the position and working for that employer.
• Tell them that you are ready for the challenge, how you are perfect for the position, or specifically how you can be beneficial to the employer.

Second Paragraph:

• Tell them you are enclosing copies of any requested materials; e.g., transcripts, DD 214, evaluations, etc.
• Tell them your address and number should they need any additional information.
• Tell them that you expect to hear from them soon.
• Thank them for their time and consideration.
• Sign your name by hand (over a typed signature) and use "Sincerely".
• Suggested Enclosure(s): Resume, Completed Employment Application (if applicable), and writing or other work samples (again if appropriate).