           [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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                         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

