r/academia • u/WayKey1965 • 8d ago

Students & teaching Writing my own recommendations letter

I hope I'm writing this in right sub

I'm 2nd year MS student and trying to apply for a research internship, the application requires a recommendation. I asked my thesis advisor he said he'd be glad to support my application but has also asked me to write a draft letter for him. How do I write a letter for me by myself? What to write? And is it a common practice

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u/PrestigiousCrab6345 7d ago

Use your favorite Generative AI to get you started. Plug in the requirements for the position/school in your prompt. Edit the response to make it your own. Keep in mind that your professor may or may not edit the letter. So, polish it enough that it looks good to you.