LETTERS

Cover Letter
To send or not send, that is the question…no question there, SEND IT!

Your cover letter formally introduces you to the employer and informs them of the position, or type of position, that you are applying for.

There are two types of cover letters: Letter of Application and Letter of Inquiry. The differences between the two are the Letter of Application is used in response to an actual advertised position whereas the Letter of Inquiry is sent when a job is not being advertised.

Post-Interview Thank You Letter
As soon as you complete your interview you should be composing your post-interview letter in your head and have it typed and ready to send before the end of the day. It’s very important to generate a thank you letter after the interview to show the employer that you are graciously thankful for the meeting and that you are still interested in the position. A post letter also gives you the chance to reiterate some key points about yourself and something new that you were not able to disclose because of time limitation. [Back to Top of Page]

Job Acceptance Letter
Writing a job acceptance letter is one the best letters to write. You should have had some contact with the company confirming your appointment either verbally or in writing. Your letter is used as a legal contract between you and the company. It should confirm that you understand your position, start date and salary. If you have some questions, request clarification in your letter and state explicitly what you are agreeing to. This part is particularly important if significant items are not mentioned in the offer letter or remain vague, as often happens if the offer is made verbally. [Back to Top of Page]

Job Decline Letter
Rule of thumb…be polite. Inform the employer that you are not interested in working for this particular company. Give them a few reasons why you are declining the offer. It is proper and professional to inform the employer of your decision quickly so they are able to continue their search. Also by doing this will leave the door open if you choose to apply for another position with them at a later date. [Back to Top of Page]

Letter When You’ve Received a Rejection
After the resentful feeling passes take time to write a letter when you’ve been rejected. After receiving additional training or experience you may want to apply for another job with this company. This reiterates your desire to work for this company and this is something that is remembered by employers. [Back to Top of Page]

Resignation Letter
The important issue to keep in mind when writing a resignation letter is to remember to that you may need this employer in some capacity again. No matter what the reason for you leaving, your letter should be civil. DON’T SEVER THOSE TIES!

You are not writing a term paper, so keep it brief and to the point. Key points that must be in the letter: