Reference Lists
Employers often ask for a list of references as part of your application when applying for a job. This is a simple listing of 3-5 past supervisors or faculty that can tell the employer about your work ethic and skills. Reference lists should be on a separate page from your resume and formatted as follows:
Header
Include your name, address, phone and email exactly as it is on your resume.
Reference Information
List the name, title, company name, address, phone and email for all references. Also consider including the length and nature of the relationship (i.e. Direct Supervisor, 3 years).
Other Tips
- Select people you know from an academic and/or professional environment (not family or friends).
- Your reference list should be a separate item from your resume.
- Always ask permission to use someone as a reference and give them a copy of your resume in advance.
For a sample reference list, click on the References Handout link above.