Most companies will not ask for a reference when u apply for a job... only when they offer it to you.
It is quite sufficient to put on your CV
"References available upon request".
In the case of Filipinas looking for their first job here, I echo Joe Blogg's comments.
Get a former employer (or colleague) in the Philippines to send u an e-mail, stating what u did,
your work record etc... and u can attach that when required.
Also, get someone here (friend, holy joe, doctor etc) to give u a CHARACTER reference.
Finally, try & do some Charity / Volunteer work ...... and again get a character/work reference
from them.
Originally Posted by Bluebirdjones
... up to a point! But, there again, MOST ask [at the outset] for the names, addresses and [often - but not always] telephone numbers of [usually] two persons to whom reference may be made. Generally, however, referees ARE only contacted once an appointment is offered.
... especially if an applicant is still undecided about the person(s) he/she wishes to nominate as referees, but wishes his/her form to arrive on the prospective employer's "desk" before the deadline date for receipt of applications.
