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Personal thank you notes give you one more opportunity to make an impression on your potential employer. Make the most of it. The School of Public Health's Career Center has provided the following advice and tips on writing thank you letters.

A thank you letter or note should always reflect your personal style and the circumstances. In general, when you write the letter:

• State your appreciation.
• Express your interest in employment.
• Summarize your qualifications.
• Provide any pertinent information that you might not have provided in the interview.
• Add a final "thank you" and indicate if and when you plan to contact that person again.

Here are some more tips to keep in mind:

• Always address the letter to a specific person (instead of "Accounting Manager," for example).
• If you were interviewed by more than one person, either send a separate letter or note to each person or send a single letter to a key person for distribution. When sending more than one letter, tailor the message to each recipient.
• Send the letter or note as soon after the contact as possible, preferably the same day.
• Typically, you would type a letter and hand-write a note. Make sure that your handwriting is clear and legible.
• Even if you were turned down for the job, use the thank you letter to express your appreciation for being considered and your interest in future opportunities.

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