A reference letter is used to endorse someone and provide an overview of their skills, ability, knowledge, and character. A reference letter is often required during a job or academic application. The template below shows the format of a typical reference letter.
推荐信常常用于支持某人,概述他们的技能,能力,知识以及性格。通常在工作或学术申请时会需要一封推荐信。下面是典型的推荐信格式的模板。
 
General Advice for Writing a Reference Letter
撰写推荐信的一般性建议
 
First, when asked to write a reference letter, think carefully before saying “yes.” Only say yes if you feel you can write a strong reference letter for the candidate.
首先,当被请求撰写推荐信时,要仔细考虑后再同意。只有在你觉得自己能为求职者写出一份有说服力的推荐信时,你可以同意。
 
Once you decide to write the letter, make it as specific as possible. When writing a reference letter referring a candidate for a particular job opening, the letter should include information on how the person's skills match the position they are applying for. Ask for a copy of the job posting and a copy of the person's resume so you can target your reference letter accordingly.
一旦你决定了写推荐信,要尽可能的写具体。在为一个特定的职位空缺撰写推荐信推荐一名求职者时,该信里应包括该人的技能与其申请职位相匹配的信息。你可以要一份招聘通知和个人简历,以便能有根据地确认你的推荐信内容。
 
Similarly, when writing a reference letter for a candidate for graduate school, you should be able to explain why the student is a good fit for that particular program. Ask for some details on the program, as well as a copy of the person’s resume or CV so you can target the letter accordingly.
同样,当为申请研究生院的人撰写推荐信时,你要能够解释清楚为什么该学生适合这一特定课程。你可以要一些有关该计划的细节,以及该学生的简历或履历,以便你能有根据地确认你的推荐信内容。
 
How to Use a Reference Letter Format
如何利用推荐信格式
 
This reference letter format shows the structure for a typical reference letter. Your letter should provide information on your connection with the person you are recommending, why they are qualified, and the skills they have.
该推荐信格式指出了典型的推荐信的结构。你的信里应写明你与所推荐的人的联系,为什么他们有资格以及他们拥有的技能。
 
The following format is appropriate for an employment reference, as well as a reference for graduate school. Use this as a guide for writing your own personalized reference letters, making sure all relevant information is included.
以下格式不仅适用于求职推荐,也适用于申请研究生院。你可以借此作为指导来编写自己个性化的推荐信,确保所有相关信息都已被涵盖。
 
You should also review samples of reference letters for advice on how to word your reference letter.
你还应查看推荐信的样本,征求一些意见关于推荐信该如何措辞。
 
When using a format or a sample letter, remember to be flexible. You can add or remove paragraphs to fit the needs of the particular reference letter.
在利用推荐信格式或样本时,请记住要灵活运用。你可以添加或删除段落以符合特定推荐信的需要。
 
Reference Letter Format
推荐信格式

Salutation
称呼
 
If you are writing a personal letter of reference, include a salutation (Dear Dr. Smith, Dear Mr. Jones, etc.). If you are writing a general reference letter, say “To Whom it May Concern" or simply don't include a salutation.
如果你正在撰写个人信函时,请致信(敬爱的史密斯博士,琼斯先生等)。如果你正在撰写普通的推荐信,请说“敬启者”,或者根本不需要称呼。
 
Paragraph 1
第1段
 
The first paragraph of the reference letter explains your connection to the person you are recommending, including how you know them, how long you have known them, and why you are qualified to write a reference letter to recommend some for employment or graduate school.
推荐信的第一段解释了你与所推荐的人的关系,包括你如何认识他们,认识了多久,以及为什么你有资格写推荐信,推荐他们就业或去研究生院。
 
Paragraph 2
第2段
 
The second paragraph of the reference letter contains specific information on the person you are writing about, including why they are qualified, what they can contribute, and why you are providing a reference letter. Be sure to use specific examples to speak to their qualifications. If necessary, use more than one paragraph to provide details.
推荐信的第二段包含您正在撰写的人的具体信息,包括为什么他们有资格,他们可以贡献什么,以及为什么你会提供推荐信。一定要用具体的例子来说明他们的任职资格。如有必要,请使用多个段落来提供详细信息。
 
Summary
概要
 
This section of the reference letter (typically right before the conclusion) contains a brief summary of why are you are recommending the person. State that you "highly recommend" the person or you "recommend without reservation" or something similar.
推荐信的这一部分(通常在结论之前)包含一个简要的总结,为什么你要推荐这个人。声明你是“强烈推荐这个人”或是“毫无保留地推荐”,还是其他类似的东西。
 
Conclusion
结论
 
The concluding paragraph of the reference letter contains an offer to provide more information. Include a phone number within the paragraph. Also include your phone number and email address in the return address section of your letter or in your signature (if it is an email, include your contact information underneath your name in the signature). See a sample signature below:
推荐信的结尾部分应提供更多的信息。在段落中加上电话号码,或者还可以在你回信地址部分,在签名中写下你的电话号码和电子邮件地址(如果是电子邮件,请在签名中的姓名下方写上你的联系信息)。请参考下面的签名示例:
 
Sincerely,
谨上,
 
Signature (hard copy letter)
签名(复印件)
 
Writer Name
写信人姓名
 
Title
标题
 

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