How do I decline a job interview invitation?

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The reason I decline the interview because I'm not interested in the position.

I submitted my resume to a website where employers search people for position. One employer emailed me about a career opportunity and told me to go to the company's website to schedule an interview. I was wondering what is the best polite way to decline?

Also, another employer emailed me about a job position open and told me to go to the company's website for more information. Do I need to reply back that I'm not interested in the position? If so, how would I reply?

Thanks.

Mister Micawber · Accepted Answer

It is always polite to reply, even if it is just a brief note. Start by writing as if you were talking to the person. Post your effort here and we will review it for you.

(Hint: you can always tell them that you've just accepted another offer.)

Anonymous · Answer

Thanks. This is what I got.

Dear Mr. ***

Thank you for inviting me for an interview for the position of ______. I apologize for the late response because I was not able to check my email until now. However, I regret to inform you that I have to decline to your invitation because I have accepted an offer from another company. Once again thank you for your time and consideration.

Thanks,
My Name

For my other email, I know the format should be like above.

Thank you for emailing me information about the position of ______. I apologize for the late response because I was not able to check my email until now. However, I regret to inform you that I have to decline to your invitation because I have accepted an offer from another company. Once again thank you for your time and consideration.

Mister Micawber · Answer

Dear Mr. ***

Thank you for inviting me for an interview for the position of ____. I apologize for the late response because I was not able to check my email until now. However, I regret to inform you that I have to decline your invitation because I have accepted an offer from another company. Once again thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely yours,

My Name

For my other email, I know the format should be like above.

Thank you for emailing me information about the position of ____. I apologize for the late response because I was not able to check my email until now. However, I regret to inform you that I have to decline your invitation because I have accepted an offer from another company. Once again thank you for your time and consideration.

Anonymous · Answer

Thank You Mister Micawber.

Anonymous · Answer

Is there a problem with you going to their websites to apply or to check them out?  Do you currently have other Offers?  If not, what is the problem and what is the true reason you are wanting to decline?

How do I decline a job interview invitation?

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