Acknowledge the receipt of any correspondence or information. This type of correspondence may include: a letter or postcard from the company stating that your application or resume was received, an invitation to an informational meeting or tour of the company, a letter requesting a second or subsequent interviews, a letter of rejection, or a letter of postponement, delay or change in the selection process. It is important to acknowledge every piece of correspondence.
Irma Smarty
34 Hyper Drive
Fast Track, MO 64999
816.923.4567
April 15, 2003
Dr. Jonas Barkley
Spelling Research Institute
4 Market Drive
Elmo, MO 64888
Dear Dr. Barkley:
Thank you for taking the time to talk with me at length on the telephone yesterday regarding the research assistant position at Spelling Research Institute. I appreciate the candid and enlightening information you shared with me regarding this position and your research project.
I am very interested in the research position because I have not only assisted I a major research project with Professor Richard Austin at Missouri Western State College, but have conducted three market research projects for businesses in the St. Joseph area. I have enclosed a summary of each of these projects for your review.
I look forward to meeting you in person and hope that we can schedule an interview soon. If you need any further information you may reach me at 816.555.2222.
Again, thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Irma Smarty
Enclosures
LETTER OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT 2
15 Spruce Street
Horton, MO 64987
April 15, 2003
Mr. Jack Crisper
Mayer, Spencer & Hayes
4000 Signal Avenue
Omaha, NE 43678
Dear Mr. Crisper:
Thank you for letting me know that my resume and credentials have arrived in your office. I also appreciate the brochures and company profile information you sent. Reading about your company has peaked my interest in the Sales Management position.
I have enclosed the completed application as you requested and would be happy to provide any other information you may need. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you in person, in order to learn more about Mayer, Spencer & Hayes, as well as the position of Sales Manager.
Thank you for your consideration. I hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Donna Kovacs
Enclosure
THANK YOU LETTER
Following an interview it is customary to send a thank you letter to the person or persons you met while at the company. Anyone who has provided any assistance during a corporate visit should be thanked in writing. It is a matter of professional courtesy, but it also helps to establish a line of communication between you and the company representatives.
606 Central Avenue
St. Joseph, MO 64321
April 19, 2003
Ms. Janice Jones
Vice-President of Public Relations
The Hart Agency
1000 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64123
Dear Ms. Jones:
Thank you for the interview on Wednesday April 18thwith the Hart Agency. I am very interested in the position as Communications Director and I hope that the interest is mutual.
I would consider it a privilege to join your firm. My background in crisis management along with my experience in political campaigns is parallel to the qualifications you are looking for in a candidate for this position. I know I could make a significant contribution to your team.
If you have any questions, please call me at 816.333.4545. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss further the Communications Director position at the Hart Agency and would welcome the opportunity to show you samples of my work.
Sincerely,
Brad Simpson
THANK YOU LETTER 2
150 Farmington Avenue
Savannah, MO 64567
April 15, 2003
Mr. Paul Torrence
Kahn Enterprises
1931 W. Willow Drive
Chicago, IL 00078
Dear Mr. Torrence:
Thank you for meeting with me this morning to discuss the media relations position at Kahn Enterprises. I would like to reiterate my interest in the position and your organization.
The enthusiasm I have felt right along about the possibility of working for you has increased with our meeting. I am more certain than ever that I am well qualified to make the kind of contribution to Kahn that you are expecting from your media relations specialist.
I will look forward to hearing your decision regarding my application. In the meantime, if you need any further information please contact me at 816.233.3232.