You know you're a hard worker, and you're ready to enter the workforce. But what if you don't have work experience? Employers won't just take your word for it, so they'll likely ask for references. Learn what you can do if you need a job reference.
You know you're a hard worker, and you're ready to enter the workforce. But what do you do if you don’t have much or any work experience? Employers can't just take your word for it, so they'll likely ask for references. Without that work experience, what can you do?
Many young adults may have questions about job references. Today, we're offering 3 ideas for people who can provide references for you.
When an employer contacts your references, they are seeking information to help them decide if you’re a good fit with their organization. They'll be interested in learning about your work habits. For example, are you a team player, self-starter, or problem-solver? They will also ask questions about:
Once you've narrowed your list of possible references, there's still work to be done. You not only have to ask the person if they'll agree to be a reference, you also need to prepare them to be an effective voice for you. Take the time to follow these tips:
There's a lot to consider when job searching, and it can be tough trying to do everything on your own. Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program supports career development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI or SSI) and want to work. The Ticket Program is free and voluntary. It helps people with disabilities move toward financial independence and connects them with the services and support they need to succeed in the workforce.
By participating in the Ticket Program, you'll have access to a wide variety of services from service providers that offer free short-term and long-term supports to help you find and maintain employment.
To learn more about the Ticket Program, visit choosework.ssa.gov or call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Ask a representative to send you a list of service providers or find providers on your own with the Ticket Program Find Help tool.
To learn more about the Ticket Program, visit choosework.ssa.gov or call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Ask a representative to send you a list of service providers or find providers on your own with the Ticket Program Find Help tool.
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Contact the Ticket to Work Help Line
Call 1-866-968-7842
1-866-833-2967 (TTY)
M-F 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET
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