• To reaffirm your interest.
• To remind the interviewer of who you are several days after the interview.
• To mention something you might have omitted during the interview.

When are they appropriate?

• After every job interview.
• After every informational interview.
• After someone has done a favor for you i.e. referred your resume to someone else, given you a name to call, etc.)

When should they be sent?

• As quickly as possible.
• Preferably within twenty-four hours of the interview or meeting.
• Email is acceptable.

What should it say?

• Thank you letters should be short and to the point.

• Thank the interviewer for meeting with you.
• Mention some things that you discussed in the interview that are of particular interest to you.
• Add something that you may not have mentioned in the interview that you feel is relevant.
• Reaffirm your interest in the position and the company.

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