Template — Request to list someone as a referee
Employers in the UK, US and elsewhere often contact referees before an offer. A referee who is prepared gives a stronger reference.
Document contents
- The template, ready to fill in: replace each field in brackets
- A page of advice to adapt it to your situation
- Always ask first: Never list a referee without permission.
- Keep them informed: Send the job description and your CV before they are contacted.
- Close the loop: Tell them the outcome and thank them.
This document is for you if…
- You are looking for an internship, a placement or a job
- You want a document that gets you an interview
- You want to handle the paperwork with your university and employer
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