Interview scheduling email templates

Scheduling emails sit between the initial invite and the final confirmation. They should cut friction, not add more of it.

Subject: Scheduling your interview for [Role] at [Company]
Hi [Candidate Name],

We would like to schedule your interview for the [Role] position at [Company].

Here are a few time options:
- [Option 1]
- [Option 2]
- [Option 3]

Please let me know which option works best for you. Once confirmed, I will send the final details.

Best regards,
[Your Name]
Hi [Candidate Name],

We would like to schedule an interview for the [Role] position. Are you available for any of these times?

- [Option 1]
- [Option 2]
- [Option 3]

Please pick the slot that works best for you.

When to use this template

  • When you are still finding a time that works for both sides
  • When several interviewers need to be coordinated
  • When the interview will be confirmed in a follow-up message

Tips for writing the email

  • Offer exact time slots instead of asking the candidate to start from zero.
  • Include the time zone every time you mention a slot.
  • Keep the actual invite separate if the interview details may still move.

What to edit before you send it

A good scheduling email saves you from long threads later. It does not need flair. It needs clean options, a time zone, and an obvious next action.

This page supports recruiter-side workflow intent and should link both to the invitation template and the confirmation page.

Candidate nameRoleCompanyTime slotsTime zone

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