I am writing to inform you of my resignation from my position at (Company Name), effective immediately. Due to personal reasons, I am unable to continue working and will not be returning to the office.
Our employment attorneys have found that employers typically round to the nearest 15 minutes or quarter-hour. This allows for the “7 minute rule,” where: the first 7 minutes to the increment, 1 through 7, are rounded down, and. the final 7 minutes, or 8-15, are rounded up.
While you might be able to quit at any time, California's labor laws do require you to give at least 72 hours' notice if you want your final paycheck at the time you leave. Employees who do not give three days' notice or more must wait three days for their employer to deliver or mail their paycheck.
To quit, write a simple letter addressed to your supervisor that says nothing more than you are resigning, and which day will be your last. Don't mention your reasons or future plans, no complaints, just your resignation and effective date.
If you are relying on your current employer for references in the future or work in a small, close-knit field, understand that leaving without notice could end your professional relationship and even result in a negative reference or reputation within that field.
It's perfectly legal to quit without notice in the USA. You would likely be coded as ineligible for rehire in the old employer's HR system. You also are unlikely to get a good reference (but smart employers don't permit references good or bad). Of course, with any voluntary quit, you can't get unemployment insurance.
While immediate resignation is possible, it's generally advisable to provide notice if possible to ensure a smooth transition and maintain a positive relationship with your employer.
Resignation Email Message Without Notice Example I apologize for not being able to give a full two weeks' notice, but it will be necessary for me to leave before then. I will do my best to get as much of my work done in the meantime so the next employee will have a smooth transition.