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Work experience letter samples

Editable templates for different situations. Replace the [bracketed] parts with your own details. Use the print button to save any template as a PDF.

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These are templates, not certificates. A work experience letter must be issued by the employer or institution and must match their records. Don't add details that aren't true.
RequestEmployee

Request letter for a work experience certificate

Use case: When you are leaving a job or need your employer's confirmation of your employment.

To, [HR Manager / Manager's Name] [Company Name] [Company Address] Subject: Request for work experience certificate Dear [Name], I worked as [Job Title] at [Company Name] from [Start Date] to [End Date]. I am writing to request a work experience certificate for my records. It would be helpful if the certificate included my job title, the dates of employment, and a short description of my responsibilities. I can provide my employee ID or any other details you need to locate my records. Thank you for your time. I would be grateful for your help. Yours sincerely, [Your Full Name] [Employee ID, if any] [Phone] | [Email]
Send this to HR or your manager and keep a copy. Only the employer can issue the certificate.
Employer templateCertificate

Work experience certificate (issued by the employer)

Use case: The document an employer gives an employee when they leave, confirming their role and dates.

[Company Letterhead] Date: [Date] To Whom It May Concern This is to certify that [Employee Full Name] (Employee ID: [ID]) was employed with [Company Name] as [Job Title] in the [Department] department from [Start Date] to [End Date]. During this period, [Employee Name] was responsible for [brief description of main duties]. [Optional: This certificate is issued at the employee's request for [purpose].] For verification, please contact [HR contact name, designation, phone and email]. For [Company Name] [Authorised Signatory Name] [Designation] [Company Seal / Stamp, if used]
For employers and HR teams. Use details from your own records and have it signed by an authorised person.
InternshipEmployer template

Internship completion letter

Use case: A letter confirming a completed internship, used for applications, college records or visa files.

[Company Letterhead] Date: [Date] Subject: Internship completion letter This letter confirms that [Intern Full Name] (Student ID: [ID], [University / College Name]) completed an internship with [Company Name] as [Intern Role] from [Start Date] to [End Date], for a total of [number] weeks / [number] hours. During the internship, [Intern Name] worked on [main projects or tasks] and [key achievement, if any]. [Optional: The internship was [paid / unpaid].] For verification, please contact [Name, designation, email, phone]. [Authorised Signatory Name] [Designation] [Company Name]
Whether an internship counts as work experience depends on the institution you are applying to. See the guides page.
Part-timeVolunteer

Part-time or volunteer experience letter

Use case: For part-time, volunteer or community roles where hours and duties are the key details.

[Organisation Letterhead] Date: [Date] To Whom It May Concern This is to confirm that [Name] volunteered / worked part-time with [Organisation Name] as [Role] from [Start Date] to [End Date], for approximately [hours per week] hours per week. Duties included [brief description of duties]. For verification, please contact [Name, designation, email, phone]. [Authorised Signatory Name] [Designation]
Hours per week help when a programme asks for hours rather than years, like the hours mode on the calculator.
TeachingSchool

Teaching experience letter

Use case: For teachers at schools, colleges or coaching centres who need proof of teaching experience.

[School / College Letterhead] Date: [Date] To Whom It May Concern This is to certify that [Teacher Name] has been employed at [School / College Name] as [Designation, e.g. Assistant Teacher] teaching [Subject(s)] to [Class / Level] from [Start Date] to [End Date]. During this period, [Teacher Name] was responsible for lesson planning, classroom teaching, assessment and [other duties]. The teacher's conduct and performance during this period were [satisfactory / good / excellent]. For verification, please contact [Principal / HR name, designation, phone and email]. [Principal / Authorised Signatory] [School / College Name and Seal]
Teaching letters are often needed for teaching jobs and visas. Check the exact wording the applicant needs.
Self-declarationUse with care

Self-declaration of work experience

Use case: A personal statement of your experience, used only when a formal certificate is not available and the recipient accepts one.

To Whom It May Concern I, [Full Name], [father's / mother's / spouse's name, if required], residing at [Address], hereby declare that I worked as [Job Title] at [Company Name / Self-employed / Freelance] from [Start Date] to [End Date]. My main duties were [brief description]. I confirm that the information above is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I can provide supporting documents such as [payslips / bank statements / contracts / client invoices] on request. Place: [City] Date: [Date] Signature: ____________________ [Full Name]
Use this only when it is accurate and the recipient accepts a self-declaration. Many applications need an employer certificate, and a false statement can cause serious problems.
ImmigrationEmployer template

Employment reference letter for a visa or immigration file

Use case: A detailed employer letter showing job title, duties, pay and dates, commonly requested for skilled-migration applications.

[Company Letterhead] Date: [Date] To Whom It May Concern Re: Employment reference for [Employee Full Name], date of birth [DOB] [Employee Name] has been employed by [Company Name], located at [Company Address], as [Job Title] since [Start Date]. [He / She / They] currently work(s) [full-time / part-time] for [number] hours per week. Main duties: - [Duty 1] - [Duty 2] - [Duty 3] Salary: [Amount and currency] per [year / month] [Employee Name] is in good standing with the company. For verification, please contact [Name, designation, email, phone]. [Authorised Signatory Name] [Designation]
Immigration programmes have specific rules on what a letter must include. Check the official requirements for the country and programme before you use this.