You did it! What now?


You made it through the interview! All of your preparation led to this and now you have passed this step and await an answer from the staff of the company you met with. Waiting can be stressful but it is important to remember that you made it this far.

Take a moment to look over the sections below for what steps you can take now that the interview is over.

Think about the following:  

  • Names and titles of people you met with 
  • Main responsibilities of the role 
  • Would I be effective in this role? What makes me a fit for the job? 
  • What are my general impressions of the people? The position? The organizational culture? Would I feel comfortable there? 
  • Would I enjoy the work? Would it make use of my preferred skills and talents? Does it suit my personality and values? 
  • Would I like the lifestyle that goes with this kind of work (hours, pace, dress code, travel…)? 
  • Where would this work fit into my long-range plans? Are there opportunities to move up or to another related field? 

Thank You Letter:

Thank-letters are an integral part of the interview process. They are the primary vehicle for positive follow-up to the interview and are an important opportunity to show professionalism, confirm interest, and send a message, one more time, that you are the right person for the position. 

  • Thank you notes should be sent via email within 24 hours of your interview or meeting. After you send the thank you email you can additionally send a more personalized card via postal mail. 
  • Check out a sample thank you note for inspiration. 
  • If you do not hear from the employer after the hiring timeline they initially indicated, follow up once. Call or email the interviewer or human resources contact. Reaffirm your interest in the position and inquire about the new hiring timeline. 

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