Student Street Address
Student City, State Zip

Date

Contact Name
Contact Title
Company Name
Company Street Address
Company City, State Zip

Dear Mr./Ms. Contact Last Name:

First Paragraph: Express sincere appreciation for the job offer. Identify the position you are accepting, considering, or declining. If still considering the position, indicate the amount of additional time you'll need to make the decision.

Second Paragraph (choose the appropriate format):

Accepting the Position: Cover necessary details such as the agreed upon start date for employment, location, and agreed upon starting salary.

Rejecting the Position: State the reasons for refusing the offer, as related to your career goals, geographic preferences or accepted other position. Decline the offer explicitly.

Concluding Paragraph (choose the appropriate format):
Accepting the Position: Indicate your enthusiasm about beginning your new job. Reiterate your appreciation for the offer.

Still Considering the Position: Reiterate your appreciation for the offer. Indicate the time period; i.e. the week of July 22, you will call with a decision and how you may be contacted in the interim. Thank the employer for considering your request for additional time.

Rejecting the Position: Thank the employer again for their time.

Respectfully,

Student Name