{"id":1802,"date":"2022-11-01T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theforage.wpengine.com\/?p=1802"},"modified":"2024-12-09T10:04:27","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T15:04:27","slug":"how-to-respond-job-interview-email","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theforage.wpengine.com\/basics\/how-to-respond-job-interview-email","title":{"rendered":"How to Respond to a Job Interview Email (With Examples)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether the email subject line is \u201cInterview Request,\u201d \u201cAvailability for Interview,\u201d or something similar, you\u2019ve made it to the next phase of your job search: the job interview. In your excitement, you may dash off a quick email to the sender that doesn\u2019t capture your professional side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing how to respond to a job interview email can help you make a good first impression on the hiring manager<\/a> and set the stage for you to wow them in the interview. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Every Response<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the specifics of your email response will vary by situation, there are some general rules to follow no matter what kind of job interview email you\u2019re responding to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t Wait<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Try to respond to the job interview email quickly, preferably no more than 24 hours after receiving it. This demonstrates your interest in the role as well as your professionalism and responsiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But don\u2019t feel you must respond to the email the second it lands in your inbox \u2014 especially if it shows up over the weekend or in the middle of the night. It\u2019s OK to stick to boundaries during your job search<\/a> (like not answering emails on weekends). It\u2019s perfectly acceptable to respond on Monday morning \u2014 no later than noon, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Expert Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most recruiters have a high volume of vacancies and candidates, so you\u2019re more likely to get the interview if you make it easy for them by responding quickly and being as flexible as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Hit \u2018Reply All\u2019 (Yes, Really!)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Responding to a job interview email is one of the rare times you probably want to hit \u201creply all.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, using reply all ensures your email is delivered to the right person. For example, if a recruiter<\/a> is introducing you to the hiring manager via email and asking the two of you to work out the scheduling details, you don\u2019t want to risk mistyping the hiring manager\u2019s email address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second, the person scheduling your interview may not be who you\u2019re interviewing with, but they need to stay in the loop about your interview. Hitting reply all ensures everyone gets the information they need without having to track it down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, using reply all creates a thread of information about your interview. Keeping all the details together makes it easy for you to refer back to the specifics if and when you need to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

>>MORE:<\/strong> 9 Things to Say in a Job Interview<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Greet the Sender<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In most cases, it\u2019s acceptable to respond to an email without addressing the sender. However, responding to a job interview email is not<\/em><\/strong> one of those cases. The first line of your email response should be, \u201cDear [Interviewer\u2019s Name].\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t

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Get prepped for your next interview with this free course from Byan Cave Leighton Paisner. Discover what it takes to master all stages of the interview process.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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While a bit formal, it\u2019s a personalized touch that demonstrates you read the whole email, know who sent it, and are acknowledging them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If “Dear” doesn’t feel right to you, “Hello, [Interviewer’s Name],” “Hi, [Interviewer’s Name],” or even, “Nice to meet you, [Interviewer’s Name],” are all acceptable alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Say Thanks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

No matter the email response, starting with gratitude is your best bet. That said, there are many ways to say thank you. Here are a few examples: <\/p>\n\n\n\n