Post-On Site Interview Script: Candidate Not Selected

Hiring Mgr. should always attempt to call the candidate first

Subject: Follow up to [position] on site interview – [Last Name]

Hello [Name],

Thank you again for the time you invested in the [unit] interview last week at the University of Washington. [We/I] wanted to let you know that [we/I] have selected another candidate for the position.

Please recognize that [our/my] failure to invite you to join our team is not in any way a criticism of your background or potential. Your resume and responses during the interview were solid and spoke to your education and experience. Our team is trying to find the right person to complement and enhance our continued growth and program initiatives. There is no simple formula, and [we/I] will not know if we succeeded for some time.

Thank you for your time and interest. I wish you the best with your career.

Sincerely,

[Insert Your Name and Signature Block]