After the Interview

A follow-up email to thank the interviewer can set candidates with equal qualifications apart because one seems more invested or enthusiastic (the one who sends the note!).

Send a thank you email within 24 hours of your interview. This is a critical opportunity to restate your interest and qualifications that set you apart from other candidates.

• Be brief. A few paragraphs at most. Use formal language. Avoid slang or casual phrases.

• Customize your email to the interview(er) and reference something from your conversation that was particularly helpful, meaningful, or interesting. 

  • You can also use the email as an opportunity to add anything you missed during the interview, such as an important skill or quality you forgot to mention.

• Be error-free and watch out for grammar and spelling, especially people’s names and titles.