How to Get Referrals When Applying to Tech Jobs and Internships
Referrals are a great way to get a warm introduction to a tech company. Keep reading for our tips on how to get a referral when applying for a job or internship in tech!

Michael Yan is the founder & CEO of Simplify. Previously an engineer at Meta, he dropped out of Stanford to found Simplify in 2020. He is a YC alum with 250K+ followers across social platforms.
Referrals are a great way to get a warm introduction to a tech company. Keep reading for our tips on how to get a referral when applying for a job or internship in tech!
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