how to get job in google

Google is best known as the most comprehensive search engine on the Internet. Over the years, the Mountain View, California-based company has expanded its role to include click-based advertising, online office tools, and other productivity software and even its own web browser. With so many different projects on the go, it’s no surprise that Google is one of the largest Internet employers in existence. While jobs with the company are plentiful, landing a position with Google requires a decent resume and plenty of homework.

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Learning About the Company

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   Visit the Google Jobs website and read up. Google takes its hiring seriously. It has devoted several web pages to the process, and anyone interested in applying for a job would be wise to check them out before proceeding:
   

   • The main Google Jobs page, located here, provides applicants with links to other relevant pages as well as a search box where job seekers can type in a keyword to find a job that suits them. Bookmark this page and come back to it after you have perused the rest of the site.
   • The “Joining Google” page, found here, outlines the features Google takes into consideration when hiring. Here, the company lays out what separates successful applicants from those turned down for positions. This page is necessary reading for anyone serious about landing a job with Google.
   • The “Life at Google” page, contained here, gives readers a snapshot of what it’s like to work for Google. The page contains a number of links to Google-related stories, which are useful for getting a sense of what Google employees love most about working for the company.
   • The Benefits page, found here, outlines all of the advantages provided to those who are in Google’s employ. These include, but are not limited to, on-site nurses and physicians, extended leave and extra money for new mothers, and even free legal advice. This page is worth browsing for anyone interested in working for Google.
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   Find out where Google is hiring. This can be done by accessing the office locations page, found here. This site lists every major Google office on the planet, allowing people to click the icon that corresponds to a specific city and scan job postings specific to that office. Each city has its own job page with listings located on the right-hand side of the screen.
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   Browse the “Teams and Roles” page for more job opportunities. The site, located here, connects job searchers with positions where the work is team-oriented. Those who can’t find anything compatible on the office locations page should check the Teams and Roles page to see if a fit exists. Like the office locations section, jobs are located on the right-hand side.

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Preparing Your Information

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   Make sure your resume is up-to-date. This is a handy thing to do every once in a while, regardless of whether or not you’re applying for a job. Make any necessary changes to your personal information, and ensure that your “Objective” matches the job you’re applying for. It’s also worth double-checking your references to make sure the information contained within them is correct.
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   Create a cover letter. While this step isn’t actually required until you formally apply for the position, it’s a good idea to have one ready so you can paste it into the proper section when the time comes. Your cover letter should include the following items:
   

   • An appropriate salutation
   • Your name and the job for which you’re applying
   • Why you believe you’re the best person for the job
   • Experience relevant to the position
   • Your contact information
   • A considerate closing sentence
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   Double-check spelling and save the cover letter and resume. And keep them handy. You’ll need them soon.

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Applying for a Job

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   Select a position. Once you have found a job you like, either from the office locations site or the Teams and Roles page, you’ll need to click on the corresponding job link. There, you’ll find a description of the position, as well as the qualifications and requirements. Click on the “Apply” link at the bottom of the screen, and you’ll be taken to the application screen.
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   Fill out the application. Before you can proceed, make sure you’ve gone through each of the Google application sections:
   

   • Contact information: This section requires your name, address, phone number and other personal details. It’s straightforward and shouldn’t take long to complete.
   • Resume: Here, you have the option of either pasting your resume directly into a box on the screen, or uploading it from your computer. The better option here is to upload your resume, since there’s a better chance that method will preserve any formatting you may have made while creating it.
   • Education (optional): You don’t have to include details of your education history, but it couldn’t hurt your chances. Be sure to include as many specifics as possible. You can add another school to the list by clicking the “add a school” link.
   • Employment (optional): Job history is also not required, but if you’ve held down jobs that have added to your experience as it pertains to the position in question, it would be wise to include those details. To submit an additional prior job, click the “add an employer” link.
   • Cover letter (optional): It may not be a requirement, but those who choose to submit a cover letter are far more likely to warrant further consideration. Simply cut and paste what you wrote earlier, and you should be set.
   • How you heard about the job: If you followed this guide, you’ll want to select “Google Jobs Website.”
   • Gender and race/ethnic group (optional): Click the appropriate boxes.
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   Await a response. Once you finish the application, you’ll be sent to a screen where you’re told your submission has been received and that you should receive an automated email message within 24 hours. The message concludes by saying that you will only hear from Google if the company believes you’re a good fit. Be patient; Google likely receives hundreds of job applications per day on average.

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The Interview Process

If you have been contacted by Google for an interview, congratulations! You’re one step closer to being hired. Here are some things to keep in mind during your interview:

• Google wants exceptional people. If you go into the interview thinking you might be able to do the job, it may not be enough. Having the confidence to say that you know you can do the job—while backing it up with quick thinking and well-constructed answers to their questions—is the only way you can guarantee yourself consideration for the position. Be ready for any line of questioning. Google is renowned for forcing interview candidates to answer brain teasers on the spot.
• Google does plenty of interviewing. If you get frustrated by the interviewing process, you may not fare well with Google. While the company has trimmed down the number of interviews it conducts with job applicants, the process is still an exhaustive one compared to the majority of large business. Expect multiple interviews—up to five in some instances—and remain enthusiastic throughout the process. Remember, the more interviews you do, the better your chances of being hired.
• Google favors independent workers and thinkers. Experience working in a team environment will almost always bring value to a company, but Google wants its applicants to display an equally strong aptitude for working independently. The company has been described by some as a collective, meaning a group of individuals who further the business by being effective in their individual pursuits. If you don’t have confidence in your ability to work on your own, you may fall short.