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Interview Thank You Email Sample Summary:
- Two after an interview thank you email samples and subject lines provided in this blog post.
- A well written thank you email sent within 24 hours after the interview can position you as a powerhouse that the employer should move quickly on.
- Collect the names and emails of every person you meet with during the interview process and send each an individual a personalized thank you email.
- Express your gratitude, recap your transferrable skills with enthusiasm, and offer a strong close.
Congratulations on securing and completing the job interview. Whether it was an in-person or remote interview, there is one critical step left to making your first impression complete. You guessed it, writing the perfect thank you email. Deepen the emotional connection between you and the position by showcasing why you would be successful in this role and your appreciation for their consideration. Below are thank you email samples that unpack the secret ingredients to positioning you as a powerhouse that the employer should move quickly on.
Content to Include in your Interview Thank You Email
Your interview thank you email will be thoughtful, effective, and tailored to the position with these key content pieces.
- Subject line
- Personalized greeting
- Sentiment of thanks
- Why your qualifications are best for this position
- Call to action for next steps
- Contact information
After an Interview Thank You Email Sample 1
Subject Line: Great conversation today, [first name]
Hi [First Name],
Thank you for taking the time to meet with me today. It was a pleasure learning more about [company name], the culture, and how this role can impact the business.
I am very excited about this opportunity, as I believe my experience performing [work example] and [work example] at [previous company name] will allow me to hit the ground running.
I am available M-F from 12-2pm EST and look forward to hearing next steps in this interview process. Additionally, I am open to any critical feedback as to how I can improve my candidacy for this position.
All my best,
[Your full name]
[Your portfolio link if applicable]
[Your personalized LinkedIn url]
[Your phone number]
After an Interview Thank You Email Sample 2
Subject Line: Thank you for your time, [first name]
Hi [First Name],
It was a pleasure meeting you today, thank you for taking the time to learn more about my experience and qualifications, as well as, sharing more about [company name], the team dynamic, and the specifics of this role. It really resonated with me when our conversation drilled deeper into your need for [one key focus area discussed for this role].
I can see myself collaborating with the team and bringing additional value to the table thanks to my success with [transferrable skill that ties to the above focus area for the role] at [previous company name].
I hope the feeling is mutual and I look forward to hearing next steps. I am available M-F from 12-2pm EST and my contact information is below.
Sincerely,
[Your full name]
[Your portfolio link if applicable]
[Your personalized LinkedIn url]
[Your phone number]
What’s Next?
Hopefully you crushed the interview to receive a response with the next interview steps or an offer. If that is not the case it never hurts to request constructive feedback as to how you can improve to be eligible in the future or help in interviews at other companies.
Your interview thank you email sets you apart from candidates who neglect this step. It exercises your soft skills of follow through, ambition, courtesy, and attention to detail. Just make sure that it comes with sincerity and not too generic. With these helpful thank you email samples, you are ready to secure your next job opportunity with Profiles.
Polly Brady is the VP of Marketing and Operations at Profiles, with over 17 years of experience in digital marketing, business strategy, and technology for both agencies and major brands. At Profiles, she drives innovative marketing strategies for B2B and B2C audiences within mid-level to enterprise companies nationwide. Polly excels in lead generation, connecting top talent with leading companies in creative, marketing, and tech sectors.