Letter of Reference

Most employers require an applicant to submit a list of references of three or more persons in order to obtain information concerning his qualification, experience and character. The letter is usually brief, specific and courteous.

Below is a sample of a letter of reference:

Manila Survey Company, Inc.
7th Floor, Manila Builder's Center Building
6981 Ayala Avenue, Makati City

January 7, 2011



C. B. Armwhite (Surveyors), Inc.
7th Floor, Mariner's Building
Ayala Avenue, Makati City


Attention: Ms. Miel Castillo, Marine Manager

Gentlemen:

Mr. Jose R. Cruz has applied for a position in the Marine Hull and Cargo Department of this Company, and has given your name as a personal reference.

We shall appreciate any information you can give us regarding Mr. Cruz's character and ability as a Supervisor while he was employed with your company.

We assure you that any such information will be held strictly confidential.

Thank you.

Very truly yours,




Juan Gabriel
HRD Manager

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