regardless of mass layoffs in recent years, technology industry still has a huge appeal for job applicants looking for generous salaries; is not unusual for entry level roles in large technology firms such as Google and Facebook to start in the six-digit range.
Of course, those attractive salary and other benefits often mean serious competition for the role, especially in today's job market where many entry-level candidates struggle during the employment process.
The good news is that some tech companies make securing these coveted positions a little easier than others, so being strategic about where and how to apply it can give you a significant advantage right from the start.
Youth services platform Resume.io decided to find out which tech powerhouses have the toughest interview processes – and which have the easiest.
Through an analysis of more than 100,000 Glassdoor job interview reviews, Resume.io used a five-point rating system of moderate difficulty to rank some of the industry's biggest names.
The research found that GoogleMeta and Netflix are the most difficult for their candidates during the interview process, while Adobe, Microsoft and Intel Corporation are the easiest for them. You can see the full study summary below:
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What happens next after you've identified which ones great technology companies can give you the best opportunity to grab the role? You'll want to set yourself up for success—and apart from other hopeful candidates—by putting your best professional foot forward.
entrepreneur talked to Amy Clarkworkforce expert and chief people officer at edtech company D2L last month to learn about some of the best practices.
According to Clark, job seekers should be well-versed in soft skills such as COMMUNICATION AND solving problems AND “Traditional” tools like Microsoft Office, even in the ever-evolving age of it.
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Fortunately, Clark discovers that No. 1 the key to success it doesn't necessarily require pre-existing technical expertise or talent – as long as candidates are willing to put in the time and work for it.
“(Networking) is still the main skill new graduates need to practice and improve,” Clark says. “Use referrals and links from your peers, professors, alumni from your university, and other professionals in your field to learn more about them and their careers. Ask what tips they have for you on the cruise job search.”
In Clark's experience, most candidates use REFERRALS or connections to fill their next role.