If you're a new grad with minimal work experience, here's how to get references for job interviews (via Monster)
, and your team mentality — not just that you can do a job, but that you are a standout in all that you do.
Again, it's expected that the entry-level grad might not have that many professional references, said Perry, but do the best you can to explain why you chose the references that you did. Something like: "I'm giving you this professor because they can talk about a research project that we worked on and how I contributed."
Be upfront about what you need from your reference, and be humble. You can say something like: "I'm applying to a very exciting position, and was hoping you had five minutes to chat about potentially being a reference for me since you're highly respected in the industry." This approach offers them a compliment and is respectful of their time, said Ruggiero.
This is especially helpful if you have a great experience with a professor who you know is retiring, or you can ask your supervisor at the end of an internship just in case they move on before you start your job search.
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