Screenshot of the reference letter template
by
Create Document

Downloads

Word Template PDF Template Google Docs Template
Author Photo
by Written by Last updated August 12, 2025

What is an Reference Letter?

A reference letter enables you to vouch for another person’s professional character, skills, accomplishments, or qualifications. It is similar to using your superior position or long-standing relationship with this person to endorse them for a position they have applied for, such as:

  • Internship
  • Job
  • Graduate school programs
  • Volunteer positions
  • College

The reference letter aims to help the reader make an informed decision on whether to choose the candidate for a particular position. You may be required to write this letter at the institution’s or organization’s request, considering the person or the applicant may prefer to include it in their application letter.

A reference letter often consists of two to three paragraphs with room for adding more information depending on how long you’ve known the person or the specific details required. On some occasions, the letter you write can be the determinant of whether the applicant achieves their dream or not. Using a professional and customizable template can help you advance a person’s professional or academic life.

Fill in Online

Answer a few simple questions to create your custom legal document.

Save, Print & Download

Print your document online or download a copy for Word (.docx) or PDF.

Done in Minutes

Your Reference Letter will be ready in as little as 5 minutes.

What's Included in This Template

  • Complete letter template
  • Professional formatting structure
  • Simple placeholder fields
  • Skills assessment section
  • Clear language
  • Legally reviewed template
  • Accomplishments section
  • Available in PDF & Word
Headshot of Dena Standley
Read Full Bio

Article written by

Dena Standley

Senior Writer | Experienced Paralegal | 79 Articles

Dena Standley is an experienced paralegal based in Houston, Texas and has over a decade of experience working as a paralegal with trial lawyers and law firms. She is passionate about making legal processes more accessible and helping people understand and navigate complex legal matters with confidence.