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Originally Posted by Option84
Imo it's a bad idea to write "references available upon request", first of all you are just stating the obvious and second of all you are forcing extra work upon the recruiter since they have to contact you again. It's better just to include them and their contact information on your resume imo.
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I agree with taking "References Available Upon Request" off your resume as it is implied that you need at least 3 references before applying for a job. However, you shouldn't include these on your resume but have them with you when/if you go for an interview.
I've seen references on absolutely terrible resumes and I looked at those names and thought "Why would you give this idiot a reference?"
That's another point that should probably be made. If you agree to be a reference for someone, you are legally required to give them a good reference. Think carefully before you agree to be someone's reference.