Thank You Letter
Immediately following the interview, call your employment recruiter. It is very important to convey your impressions of the position and the company. Let the recruiter know whether you are interested in the position or not. If there were questions you forgot to ask at the interview, express them at this time. Only after we get your feedback about the interview and the company do we contact the employer for their feedback. And finally, we follow-up with you regarding the employer's views.

It is always a good idea to send a short note of appreciation to thank the employer or interviewer for their time. Reiterate your interest in the position and the company as well as your ability to do the job. Be sure to mail your correspondence the following day. This is a good way to keep your name current in the interviewer's mind. Following is a sample thank-you letter that you can adapt to fit your specifics:

        Date

        Full Company Name
        Address
        Contact Name and Title

        Dear __________________:

        Thank you for the opportunity to discuss your opening for (Job Title).  I
        enjoyed meeting you (and_______________________), and learning more
        about (Company Name), its current activities and upcoming projects.

        I was particularly impressed with (Company Name)'s strong commitment
        ____________________________________.  I would welcome the
        opportunity to work at your firm and to be a part of this culture.

        I believe that my ____________________training at (Educational Institute)
        and my ____________________________________experience working at
        (Other Company name) qualify me for the position.

        I look forward to hearing from you soon.  In the meantime, please call me
        if I can provide more information or answer any additional questions.

        Sincerely,

        (Your Name)

Resignation Letter
Informing your current employer of your resignation takes tact and discretion. If they inquire as to who your new job is with, it is best to tell them that you cannot disclose that information until your new employer announces it within his/her own organization. The following sample letter is suitable correspondence to announce your resignation:

Date

Full Company Name
Address
Contact name and title

Dear ____________:

Please accept this letter as my formal resignation as (Title) for (Company) to become effective as of (Date),

I have accepted a position in (Location).

I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your time and efforts in my training and advancement during the past (Time). The support and concern shown by you and the rest of the management team has been deeply appreciated.

I wish you and your company continued success.

My decision is irrevocable and any counter offers extended by you and/or (Company) will be rejected.

Sincerely,

(Your Name)

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