How to Get a Job Referral

How to Get a Job Referral

Getting a job referral doesn't have to be complicated. Here's how to get a job referral through your network:

1. Identify your target companies and roles. Know exactly what job you want and which companies you're interested in.
2. Map your network. Look through your LinkedIn connections to find people who work at your target companies or have connections there.
3. Reach out with a personalized message. Ask for an internal referral by explaining why you're interested in the role and how your background aligns.
4. Follow up strategically. If someone agrees to refer you, provide them with your resume and any other materials they need.

FindWarmIntros automates this entire process for you. We analyze your LinkedIn network to find people who can give you a job referral, then we write personalized outreach messages that get responses. Instead of spending hours manually searching for connections, you can get warm introductions to hiring teams in minutes.

How to Get Referrals on LinkedIn

LinkedIn is the best platform for getting job referrals because it shows you exactly who in your network works at your target companies. Here's how to get referrals on LinkedIn:

Start by using LinkedIn's search to find employees at companies you're interested in. Look for mutual connections who can introduce you, or reach out directly with a LinkedIn referral request. When asking for a referral on LinkedIn, be specific about the role you're interested in and explain why you'd be a good fit.

The key to getting LinkedIn referrals is making warm introductions through mutual connections. If you have a 2nd or 3rd degree connection at a company, ask your mutual connection to introduce you. This creates a warm introduction that's much more likely to result in an internal referral than a cold message.

FindWarmIntros helps you get referrals on LinkedIn by identifying all the people in your extended network who can refer you. We find mutual connections, craft personalized LinkedIn referral requests, and help you get warm introductions to hiring managers and employees who can provide internal referrals.