Always Send a Note of Thanks
After the Informational Interview
Be sure to send a thank-you card or letter within one to three days after the
interview. This communication is an effective way to keep in touch and to be
remembered by people. Let them know they were helpful and thank them for the time
spent.
As a nice touch, quote something that the resource person said back to them, word
for word. Ask the person to keep you in mind if they come across any other
information that may be helpful to you in your career research. Include your address
and phone number under your signature.
(The sample thank-you letters can be found
here and on pages 107-112 of
Dynamic Cover Letters for New Graduates are for actual job interviews,
but can easily be adapted for informational interviews.)
