 
                   [REQUEST FOR EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE]
 
 
     General rules:
 
          * Give applicant's name and the position he or she is
            applying for in the first sentence.
          * Thank the employer for his or her help.
 
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                                 COMPANY
                                 ADDRESS
                             CITY, STATE ZIP
 
 
     Date
 
 
     Name
     Company
     Address
     City, State Zip
 
     Dear            ,
 
          We  have  received  an  application for employment from [John
     Smith], seeking the position of [account exective] with  our firm.
     We have  been told  the applicant  was previously employed by your
     firm in a similar capacity.
 
          We are requesting a  reference from  you for  the individual,
     including confirmation  of the  dates of  employment with you, job
     description, performance evaluation, and reasons for termination.
 
          Please advise me whether to keep your reference confidential.
 
          Thank you for your cooperation.
 
     Sincerely,
 
 
 
     Name
     Title
