Follow-Up Letter Sample

Keep the conversation going after a phone call by sending a personal letter.

By Jamie Thork, Monster contributor

An introductory phone call or video/phone interview is extremely common in today's job market. But just because the process may seem less formal than a face-to-face meeting, the protocol is just as formal. So you should treat the follow up the same way you would with a traditional in-person meeting and send a well-written personal letter. Below is our follow-up letter sample that you can use as a template.

Whether you had a formal job interview or simply met to discuss the possibility of a job should a role become available, you need to send a note that reinforces your interest in the opportunity. Obviously, always start your follow-up letter by saying thank-you. Note in our follow-up letter sample how we reiterated the candidate's interest in working with the company and gave a brief recap of what was discussed in the meeting. Remind the reader of your specific qualifications and why you'd be interested in pursing a position with them. Finally, offer your contact information and express your gratitude once again.

Follow-up Letter Sample

JOSEPH R. CONRAD
555 Westminster Road
Brooklyn, New York 55555
Phone: (555) 555-5555
E-mail: joseph@somedomain.com

July 28, 20XX

Ms. Anne Sunners
Director/Counselor for Students with Disabilities
Office of Academic Advising and Student Services
University of Omaha
Omaha, NE 55555

Dear Ms. Sunners:

It was a pleasure speaking with you regarding employment opportunities at the University of Omaha. As we discussed, I am interested in providing Orientation and Mobility (O&M) or liaison services to students with disabilities. Please consider my qualifications if a suitable opening becomes available. I have enclosed several copies of my résumé, so feel free to give them to colleagues who may be interested.

Throughout my career, I have learned that the availability of Orientation and Mobility services can mean the difference between success or failure for students with disabilities. It often determines whether a student travels safely to and from school or work. I have dedicated my career to giving students the opportunity for success through Orientation and Mobility and Gross Motor training. I offer:

  • 20 years of progressive experience in the field of Orientation and Mobility.
  • Experience as a published writer and speaker on Orientation and Mobility topics.
  • Lifelong commitment to helping individuals with physical challenges and multiple disabilities.
  • The ability to provide thorough assessment of Orientation and Mobility needs and development of plans to help students achieve their goals.

At this point in my career, I am exploring new professional challenges at college campuses. I am eager to relocate for the right opportunity. Since the University of Omaha has approximately 500 registered students with disabilities, I am confident that my services would be beneficial to the students.

If you are interested in a dedicated professional with strong credentials, please call me at (555) 555-5555. I am available for a telephone interview or in-person meeting at your convenience. Thanks again for your time and assistance.

Sincerely yours,

Joseph R. Conrad

Job Search Next Steps

Communicating clearly and concisely with recruiters and hiring managers is essential to a successful job search. Sending a follow-up email after a phone interview can be a great way to display your interest and gratitude. Want to learn other ways to stand out from the hiring pool? Make a Monster profile today for free. You'll get career advice and job search tips sent directly to your inbox. Whether it's resume writing skills or salary negotiation tactics, we've got the information you need to come out on top. (A thank-you letter isn't necessary—we're happy to help.)