Reference Letter Template 1
Opening: I am [role] at [organization], and I have known [candidate] for [time/context].
4 Reference Letter Templates
Start with structure, then replace every placeholder with information that is true, relevant, and natural for your context. These templates are intentionally skeletal so your final writing does not sound mass-produced.
Use the framework
How to personalize a template
A strong reference letter explains the writer's relationship to the candidate, gives evidence for the qualities claimed, matches those examples to the opportunity, and avoids praise the writer cannot personally support.
- 1Choose the template closest to your actual purpose.
- 2Replace every bracketed field with specific information.
- 3Delete any sentence that does not belong in your situation.
- 4Read the result aloud for unnatural transitions or repeated phrasing.
- 5Verify names, dates, links, facts, and promises before sending or publishing.
Reference Letter Template 2
Evidence paragraph: In [situation], [candidate] [specific action], which demonstrated [quality].
Reference Letter Template 3
Fit paragraph: This experience is relevant to [opportunity] because [connection].
Reference Letter Template 4
Close: I recommend [candidate] [level/qualification]. I can be reached at [contact] for further context.