Example Follow Up Letters

Follow up letter #1
For following up on résumés sent for advertised positions

Date 00, 200X

On DAY/MONTH/YEAR, I forwarded a copy of my résumé and credentials in response to your position advertised as ____________________. To date, I have not received any word of response. Again, I would like to invite the opportunity for us to meet in person and discuss my potential value for this position.

In review of the attached résumé you will find that I am highly capable performing this role and associated functions as your needs may indicate. I will follow up with your office by telephone on Friday, January 5th between 1:00pm and 4:30pm to ensure that you have received my materials and to discuss the position. Meanwhile, I can be reached at (555) 555-1234 if, in advance you wish to contact me.

I have also included my résumé copy for your convenience. Thank you once again for your time and careful consideration.

Name

Enclosure

Follow up letter #2
For following up on résumés sent unsolicited

Date 00, 200X

Dear Mr./Mrs. ________,

On DAY/MONTH/YEAR, I forwarded a copy of my résumé and credentials to you and have not received any word of response. I know that your company may have positions that represent a fit for my qualifications and would urge you to review the attached résumé. I would like to explore the opportunity of speaking with you in person to discuss my potential value to your company.

You will find that I am highly capable performing this role and associated functions as your needs may indicate. I will follow up with your office by telephone on Friday, January 5th between 1:00pm and 4:30pm to ensure that you have received my materials and to discuss the position. Meanwhile, I can be reached at (555) 555-1234 if, in advance you wish to contact me.

I have also included my résumé copy for your convenience. Thank you once again for your time and careful consideration.

Sincerely Yours,

Name