Writing a follow up email for a job interview is a great way to stand out as a candidate, especially if the hiring manager stated they would be making a decision soon! If a hiring manager has two equal candidates and one sends a follow up thank you message, it could be the deciding factor! What should you say in a follow up email for a job interview? Here are a few tips.
Things to Include in a Follow Up Email for Job Interview
1. Gratitude and Excitement for the Opportunity
It may seem obvious but expressing gratitude in a follow up email for a job interview is very important. It takes a lot of time out of a month/day/week of the hiring manager to complete a hiring process. Being sincere with your thanks is important! Always begin your follow up email with a sincere thanks.
Also, if you left the interview even more excited about the potential of the job opportunity, say that! Hiring managers want employees who are excited and passionate. In your follow up email for a job interview, tell the hiring manager one to two things that specifically excites you about the position.
2. A reminder of your biggest selling point
What do you feel is the one biggest selling point of hiring you for the open position? Whatever that experience, skill or trait might be, remind them in your follow-up email. It is important to provide that reminder and continue to sell yourself in a non-pushy, but confident, way.
3. Mention of a high point in the conversation
Finally, if there was a specific topic or part of the interview conversation where you really seemed to connect with the hiring manager, mention that. It doesn’t have to be a lengthy, replay of the conversation; however, making mention can help remind the hiring manager of who you are (they could have interviewed several candidates) and a common ground you shared.
4. Brevity
Don’t forget to be brief. The follow up email for a job interview should not be too long. If you write a book, it could come across as desperate or over-the-top. Plus, hiring managers are busy. A long email isn’t likely to be read entirely. Keep it brief and concise.
Example of a Follow Up Email for a Job Interview
Are you curious about what a follow up email for a job interview should look like? I’ve implemented the components mentioned above in the following follow up email example.
Dear Ms. Kline,
Thank you for the opportunity to interview for the Marketing Associate position at XYZ Company. After our conversation, I am even more excited about the potential to join your team!
Due to my internship experience at Brand Boost Marketing, you can be assured I possess the knowledge and skills to uniquely position XYZ Company in the minds of consumers.
Thank you for the opportunity to discuss the position and XYZ’s marketing strategy and vision! I’ll be awaiting our next conversation with great anticipation!
Sincerely,
Loren Kelly
Yes, it is that simple! Short and sweet with good content is the best approach with follow up emails. If you don’t hear back in a week, consider another follow up to check the status of the position. Continuing to show interest and excitement could be the final nudge that gets you the job offer!
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