<p>I think you should write a note because it’s awkward. This is your first internship, so formalities and niceties might sound a little old-fashioned or corny, but it’s always the thought that counts! And because it sounds like you legitimately enjoyed your internship, I think making your supervisor feel warm and fuzzy and touched, at the expense of a little embarrassment/meekness, is a very okay deal.</p>
<p>The letter can be in your own style though! It doesn’t have to be super formal! You can even put “I feel a little awkward typing thank-yous, but I really enjoyed my internship experience this summer…!” or make the title something cute like “best. internship. ever.”</p>
<p>Depends on what you’re like. If you are shy, your employer can probably tell, so something short and sweet would be perfect! Novellas are so Chekhovian era. On the flip side, if you’re a tough jock, maybe formality would be your thing. And in that case, no lighthearted undertones to your email.</p>
<p>Goodness gracious. What would they think of your mother if you don’t write them a thank you note?</p>
<p>Just do it. Sit down with your favorite stationary and write it. Tell them your favorite lessons, your favorite moments… anything that made that internship incredibly worthwhile. </p>
<p>After 5-6 years, I’m still very close to my internship supervisors. Do you know what happens when you stay in touch and ALWAYS say thank you after every single meet-up over time? One day, you may get a phone call for a job and not even get an interview because this guy has heard SO many great things about you from your former supervisors whom he knows very well and is so excited that he just wants to make the job offer already. No fighting for the job!</p>
<p>That just happened to me. You just never know what these “thank yous” will do for you.</p>
<p>I would write a conspiratorial themed email to the supervisor(s) directly above me. I would put in the email that I really enjoyed working with them and if they ever needed anything or a reference for anything to let me know. I would attach to the email a formal reference letter praising the bosses, it does not have to be more than a few sentences long… but it shows that they have had experience supervising interns which is a plus in some companies. This will leave an impression, and will make it so that you can easily ask for a reference in the future and be remembered.</p>
<p>I am a mom on this site-prospecting schools for my son. Having said that, you should ALWAYS send a thank you. It is really fine if you look like you are trying hard, you should try hard. You want people to pull for you and want to help you. Show some class and effort and send each person a nice thank you.</p>
<p>send a thank you email! Don’t make it too long…just a few sentences. It is good to express your appreciation…it won’t sound like you’re “trying too hard.” Who knows?..you might be asking them for a recommendation some time in the future… and it is good to stay somewhat connected.
I’m only a senior in hs and I send thank you emails to business professionals that have taught a class in this program i was in…and they’ve all really appreciated it…most even replied saying to contact them if i have any questions in the future.</p>
This is your first internship, so formalities and niceties might sound a little old-fashioned or corny, but it’s always the thought that counts! And because it sounds like you legitimately enjoyed your internship, I think making your supervisor feel warm and fuzzy and touched, at the expense of a little embarrassment/meekness, is a very okay deal.</p>