Sample resignation letter job you just started (5)

In this guide, we will see some Sample resignation letter jobs you just started (templates) and tips on how to write your resignation letter.

Sample resignation letter job you just started

A sample resignation letter for a job you just started can look like (greatsampleresume.com):

“Dear Ms. Schilt, I am sending this letter to let you know that I am resigning from my sales position at ABC Company due to needing to accept a different job offer elsewhere. I know I have just recently begun working there, so I hope it will not be too much of an inconvenience.”

If you have recently started a new job and you need to quit because you are traveling abroad, you have a new job opportunity, or other personal or family reasons, it is important to let your employer know you will not continue working for them.

After having a conversation with your boss (and really making sure that you want to leave), follow up by submitting a formal resignation letter by giving your employer at least two weeks notice but if you need to leave on short notice also state it in your letter and be very clear about it.

Resignation letter: Business letter format

Here are some tips on what your resignation letter should include and what to avoid:

• Your contact information and your employer’s at the top.
• A professional salutation.
• Keep your letter brief and if you can explain why you are resigning but without being too detailed. This can be included in the first paragraph along with the date you will be resigning, considering at least a 2 weeks’ notice.
• Keep a positive attitude throughout your letter, avoiding negative comments even if you were not really satisfied with your job.
• Express gratitude for the opportunity you were given.
• Include your personal contact information in case your employer needs to contact you (i.e. personal email or cell phone).
• Sign your letter.

Negative repercussions to consider…

If you have decided to leave your new job even especially if have been working for them only 3 days, it is important to consider the repercussions for leaving early:

• The company could blacklist you.
• It could be detrimental to your reputation.
• Your coworkers could be angry since you are leaving so soon and they will need to take over your responsibilities.
• You could be risking your financial stability if you don’t really have another option in line.

While it is not a secret your employer may not be happy about the fact they hired you, trained you and now you are leaving right at the start, still you are not obliged to stay.

However, try to be as honest as you can possibly be and offer your sincerest apologies. 

Sample resignation letter job you just started 1

Example from Livecareer.com:

“Wilma Watkins

100 Broadway Lane, New Parkland, CA, 91010

Cell: (555) 987-1234

example-email@example.com

Dear Ms. Maple,

I’d like to begin this letter by saying thank you for offering me the position of inside sales at L&M Products. From my first day just three months ago, I’ve felt welcome and valued and until recently, I have felt my future was here. Unfortunately, that has turned out not to be the case, and it is in no way the fault of L&M.

Due to circumstances beyond my control and related to the health of my mother, I will no longer be able to continue my employment, and my last day will be Friday, September 22, which is two weeks from today. I am in the process of making plans to relocate to Kansas to care for her in the short term while making arrangements for her long term care.

I will continue to develop leads and leave complete notes for the individual you hire to replace me, and if you have any questions or special requests before my last day, please know I’ll do what I can to help with the transition.

I sincerely regret this turn of events. I am grateful to you for your belief in my potential and wish I could have stayed on to prove us both right. Thank you for your understanding.

Sincerely,

Wilma Watkins”

Sample resignation letter job you just started 2

Example from greatsampleresume.com:

“Dear Ms. Schilt,

I am sending this letter to let you know that I am resigning from my sales position at ABC Company due to needing to accept a different job offer elsewhere. I know I have just recently begun working there, so I hope it will not be too much of an inconvenience. I will, of course, stay on for two weeks so my last day will be April 15, 2014. Please accept this letter as my official two weeks’ notice of resignation from ABC Company. I hope you understand.

I would like to apologize in advance for any problems that my resignation may cause to ABC Company. I assure you that I will work as hard as possible during my last two weeks to try to minimize inconvenience to anybody. If you have any questions or need to get in touch with me for any reason, please contact me at (555)-555-5555 or [email] and I will return messages as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation with me as I learned the ropes at ABC Company. I am grateful for the experience I did earn in a short amount of time. I wish you every success and hope that our paths may cross again at some point. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

Yours sincerely,

Victoria Mitton

Victoria K. Mitton

Sales

ABC Company”

Sample resignation letter job you just started 3: email

Example from algrim.co:

“Dear [Manager Name]—

I want to thank you for the opportunity to work here. And for taking a risk on my employment. I would like to have a conversation with you regarding my desire to resign. Unfortunately, I don’t feel this position is working out so well for me. I’m available to speak at your earliest convenience.

Thank you,

[Your name]”

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Example from thebalancecareers.com:

“Leonard Jones

123 Main Street

Anytown, CA 12345

555-555-5555

leonard.jones@email.com 

September 1, 2018

Mark Lee

Director, Human Resources

LMN Inc.

123 Business Rd.

Business City, NY 54321

Dear Mr. Lee,

Please accept my resignation from my position, effective September 15, 2018. I was so pleased to begin my work here earlier last month at LMN Inc. However, a family emergency has come up and I, unfortunately, need to relocate immediately. As a result, I will be unable to fulfill my commitments here indefinitely.

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding during a personally tumultuous time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to ease the transition in any way, as I want to make this as painless as possible for you.

My apologies for not being able to stay on the job. I do appreciate the opportunities provided me, and I hope to stay in touch in the future.

Sincerely,

Leonard Jones”

Sample resignation letter job you just started 5 (email)

Example from algrim.co:

While it is always recommended to resign in person, if you need to resign over an email, it is recommended to ask the recipient of your email to respond to your message with the confirmation they have received your email and are aware of your intention to leave.

“Dear [Manager Name]—

I want to thank you for the opportunity to work here. And for taking a risk on my employment. I would like to have a conversation with you regarding my desire to resign. Unfortunately, I don’t feel this position is working out so well for me. I’m available to speak at your earliest convenience.

Thank you,

[Your name]

Other sample resignation or leave letters

Below are some of the other resignation or leave letters we curated.

If you are looking for a job, you should also ideally start your job research on job websites such as Indeed.

Resignation letter due to family health reasons

Resignation letter due to family relocation

Resignation letter due to going abroad

References 

Livecareer.com: “Resignation Letter for a Job You Just Started Sample”

Greatsampleresume.com: “Resignation Letter for a Job You Just Started”

Algrim.com: “How to Quit a Job You Just Started (Email Examples)”

Doyle, A. (2019, Nov.) Resignation From a New Job Letter Example. Retrieved from thebalancecareers.com.

Lloyd, M. (n.d.) HOW TO QUIT A JOB YOU JUST STARTED (WITH EXAMPLES). Retrieved from zippia.com.