Creative Job Search: Sample Thank You Letters

Mr. Business
Human Resource Manager
ABC Company
111 Employment Way
Anytown, MN 55555

To Mr. Business:

Thank you for the opportunity to discuss the secretarial position this morning. Our conversation gave me a better understanding of ABC Company and the requirements of the job. The additional information from Max and Kathryn was helpful in gaining a better perspective of the position.

My strong office and interpersonal skills will definitely make a contribution to your company. I am proficient in all the computer software packages you use and possess the customer service experience you want.

I enjoyed meeting the office staff and touring the facility. This is clearly a quality organization with an emphasis on efficiency and a dedication to teamwork. I would consider it a privilege to join your team and look forward to hearing from you.

Again, thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Amy Applicant
2233 First Street
Anytown, MN 55555
(555)555-5555

Dear Ms. Smith,

Thank you for taking the time to discuss the accounting position with me. It was a pleasure meeting you and Mr. Jones.

Lord's Industries sounds like the perfect place for me to use my skills, especially since you use the WXY system, the same system I have been supporting the past three years. My proven track record and accomplishments with cost-effective systems can be an asset to your company.

Again, thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you and to the possibility of joining your staff.

Sincerely,

DEAR MR. JONES,

THANK YOU FOR THE INTERVIEW FOR THE ACCOUNTANT POSITION TODAY. I APPRECIATE THE INFORMATION YOU SHARED WITH ME AND ENJOYED MEETING MS. SMITH FROM THE ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT.

MY INTEREST IN WORKING FOR LORD'S INDUSTRIES IS STRONGER THAN EVER, AND BASED ON YOUR DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION, I KNOW I CAN DO A GOOD JOB FOR YOU.

I WILL CONTACT YOU BY TUESDAY OF NEXT WEEK TO LEARN OF YOUR DECISION. AGAIN THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND CONSIDERATION.

SINCERELY,