Be direct and to the point and, in the first sentence, acknowledge the receipt of their letter of resignation and formally accept it. You want to give at least a two weeks' notice.Accepting a resignation early without paying the employee for the notice period can have consequences, if the employee gave more than two weeks' notice. A two week notice is effectively a resignation, and employers can choose to not let you work out the notice. It's more of a courtesy than anything. Thank you for accepting my resignation within short notice. I have learnt a lot from you. If an employee resigns, then rescinds the request, the employer has a choice: Do they want the worker to stay or go? The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) provided below highlight topics and specific questions that are often asked of the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL). Below is a sample union resignation letter.