Why send a thank you email? Most candidates don't. A brief, well-written note after your interview reinforces your interest, reminds the interviewer of your name, and shows professionalism. Send it within 24 hours while the conversation is fresh.
Your Interview Details
Your Thank You Email
Subject: Thank You — Interview
Tips for sending your thank you email
- Send within 24 hours of your interview — the sooner the better
- If you interviewed with multiple people, send a separate email to each one
- Keep it brief — 3 short paragraphs is ideal
- Personalize it with something specific from the conversation
- Proofread before sending — one typo can undo a good impression
- Use your personal email, not a work email from a previous employer
- If you don't have an email address, Gmail and Outlook are both free
Do's and Don'ts
Do
- Be specific
- Be warm
- Be brief
- Send promptly
Don't
- Restate your entire resume
- Ask about salary
- Wait a week
- Send the same message to everyone