What it is:

• A thank you note is a professional follow-up to an interview or when someone has given you career advice or mentoring
  
  
• It is essential to send a thank you not within 24 hours after the contact

Presentation: 

• You can email or handwrite the note
  
  
• The format should always be professional
  
  
• Express your appreciation for their time and consideration
  
  
• Keep your letter brief

Thank You Note Outline:

First

• Thank the employer for the opportunity to interview
  
  
• Reiterate your interest in the position at this time
  
  
• When sending multiple thank you notes to people at the same company, try to personalize each note by saying something like “I enjoyed speaking with you about…” 

Middle

• Mention any relevant skills or qualifications you forgot to emphasize during the interview
  
  
• Highlight the important points you made about your qualifications and interests

Final

• Close the letter by thanking your contact again
  
  
• Refer to any next steps you and the interviewer discussed
  
  
• If you really want the job, say so at this point