References Southeast Nebraska Career Academy. References – Why Have Them?  They know people – It’s all about networking.  People who are evaluating.

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References Southeast Nebraska Career Academy

References – Why Have Them?  They know people – It’s all about networking.  People who are evaluating you candidacy may know them.  They indicate the breadth of your experiences (professional, academic, personal)

Who Should Be Included?  Current Practitioner – Someone who is doing what you plan to do.  Academics – Someone who can attest to your academic proficiency.  Work – Someone who can speak to your qualities as an employee and worker.  Personal – Someone who can speak about you as a person.

Who you Should NOT include  Relatives and/or parents  Brothers and/or sisters  People who don’t know you  “Big Name” people you don’t know

Reference Page  This is a separate page from your résumé and cover letter.  This page should be included with any application material you submit.  It should be done on the same paper as your résumé and should have the same heading with your contact information at the top.

You Should Always  ASK your references if they feel comfortable being your reference.  Give your references copies of your resume as well as a description of the job you are applying for.  Thank your references!

Example – Reference Information  Supply the employer with the necessary information to contact your reference. Jane Doe Director of Supplies & Materials 1000 Anywhere Street Anywhere, NY (402)