What Employers Want
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A brief look into what the Top Fortune 500 Employers are looking for while hiring new talent.
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Need ?The following dataprovides latest insighton what are theFortune 500employers looking for,when assessingpotential candidates
This will serve as afood for thought forHR pros especiallyRecruitment/TalentMgt. Executives
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The following dataprovides latest insighton what are theFortune 500employers looking for,when assessingpotential candidates
This will serve as afood for thought forHR pros especiallyRecruitment/TalentMgt. Executives
Allstate Fortune 500 rank: 89
"We have tremendous opportunities forself-starting people who are looking forchallenge, and ready for change.Recruiters strive to understand whetherwhat we have to offer is a good match foryour skills and interests. To do so, we usethe past to predict the future. Come to thetable ready to share specific examples ofwhat you did and the outcomes of yourefforts. Our priorities are to take care of ourcustomers by getting the right work done ina timely and cost effective manner."
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"We have tremendous opportunities forself-starting people who are looking forchallenge, and ready for change.Recruiters strive to understand whetherwhat we have to offer is a good match foryour skills and interests. To do so, we usethe past to predict the future. Come to thetable ready to share specific examples ofwhat you did and the outcomes of yourefforts. Our priorities are to take care of ourcustomers by getting the right work done ina timely and cost effective manner."
"Amazon is looking for innovators, inventorsand builders across the business in everyposition we hire. We encourage candidates tohighlight how they've built and innovated intheir previous roles as part of their resumesand interviews. In addition, we believe thatevery employee is a leader, whether you're anindividual contributor or a manager of a largeteam. Every Amazonian is guided by ourleadership principles, which include thinkinglong-term, innovating, and thinking big onbehalf of our customers. We're looking forpeople to join Amazon who embody theseprinciples."
Amazon.com Fortune 500 rank: 894
"Amazon is looking for innovators, inventorsand builders across the business in everyposition we hire. We encourage candidates tohighlight how they've built and innovated intheir previous roles as part of their resumesand interviews. In addition, we believe thatevery employee is a leader, whether you're anindividual contributor or a manager of a largeteam. Every Amazonian is guided by ourleadership principles, which include thinkinglong-term, innovating, and thinking big onbehalf of our customers. We're looking forpeople to join Amazon who embody theseprinciples."
Prudential Financial Fortune 500 rank: 64
"We are interested not only in whatsomeone can do but also how they do it.We want to know that the behavioursthat candidates use to approachproblems or challenges are consistentwith our values. And because we are apeople-driven business, we wantcandidates who have what we call a"talent mindset" based on a track recordof commitment to developingthemselves and others."
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"We are interested not only in whatsomeone can do but also how they do it.We want to know that the behavioursthat candidates use to approachproblems or challenges are consistentwith our values. And because we are apeople-driven business, we wantcandidates who have what we call a"talent mindset" based on a track recordof commitment to developingthemselves and others."
Cisco Systems Fortune 500 rank: 62
"Our recruiters look for people whodemonstrate a love for learning, who areself-driven and flexible, who have thedesire to operate not as an individual butas a collaborative team member pushingothers and themselves to excel. We loveadaptability, agility, and the ability to thinkbeyond today. Our recruiters are alsoimpressed by a commitment to inclusionand diversity and a desire to give back tothe community."
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"Our recruiters look for people whodemonstrate a love for learning, who areself-driven and flexible, who have thedesire to operate not as an individual butas a collaborative team member pushingothers and themselves to excel. We loveadaptability, agility, and the ability to thinkbeyond today. Our recruiters are alsoimpressed by a commitment to inclusionand diversity and a desire to give back tothe community."
Intel Fortune 500 rank: 56
"We are looking for relentless problem-solvers who not only have strong technicalskills, but who are also good communicators,can challenge the status quo, and thrive in asometimes ambiguous environment. Whatimpresses a recruiter is a well-preparedcandidate with clear accomplishments,tremendous passion, and the ability toconnect his or her experience and skillsdirectly to the job he or she is going after. Heor she should ask challenging, thought-provoking questions and be knowledgeableabout Intel's business and the challengesthat lie ahead."
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"We are looking for relentless problem-solvers who not only have strong technicalskills, but who are also good communicators,can challenge the status quo, and thrive in asometimes ambiguous environment. Whatimpresses a recruiter is a well-preparedcandidate with clear accomplishments,tremendous passion, and the ability toconnect his or her experience and skillsdirectly to the job he or she is going after. Heor she should ask challenging, thought-provoking questions and be knowledgeableabout Intel's business and the challengesthat lie ahead."
Best Buy Fortune 500 rank: 47
"Candidates impress us when they showinsight (understanding customers,company, financial impact) and self-awareness (personal brand, how theyare perceived by others, how customerssee them). The ability to anticipate aconversation's direction, and the abilityto quickly assess customer needs arebig. Best Buy recruiters look for criticalthinking, self-awareness and fiercedevotion to customer service."
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"Candidates impress us when they showinsight (understanding customers,company, financial impact) and self-awareness (personal brand, how theyare perceived by others, how customerssee them). The ability to anticipate aconversation's direction, and the abilityto quickly assess customer needs arebig. Best Buy recruiters look for criticalthinking, self-awareness and fiercedevotion to customer service."
Dell Fortune 500 rank: 41
"Dell is interested in hiring people whoare action oriented, have ademonstrated ability to achieve resultsand are customer focused. As Dell plansto expand its enterprise solutions,software and services offerings in thenext couple of years, it's looking forinnovative thought leaders and skilledtechnologists across a range ofdisciplines, and who have globalperspectives regarding business, socialand cultural trends."
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"Dell is interested in hiring people whoare action oriented, have ademonstrated ability to achieve resultsand are customer focused. As Dell plansto expand its enterprise solutions,software and services offerings in thenext couple of years, it's looking forinnovative thought leaders and skilledtechnologists across a range ofdisciplines, and who have globalperspectives regarding business, socialand cultural trends."
Microsoft Fortune 500 rank: 38
"Show us your expertise and interestsbeyond your resume. Creative projects likeblogging and developing mobileapplications grow your skills as well as helpemployers find you. It's harder for us to getto know you if you only excel in a closedenvironment. Likewise, get to know us.Learn about our technologies andbusinesses before you apply. This researchwill help you identify the best jobs for yourskills, prepare for your interviews, andshow us you're excited and ready to workhere."
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"Show us your expertise and interestsbeyond your resume. Creative projects likeblogging and developing mobileapplications grow your skills as well as helpemployers find you. It's harder for us to getto know you if you only excel in a closedenvironment. Likewise, get to know us.Learn about our technologies andbusinesses before you apply. This researchwill help you identify the best jobs for yourskills, prepare for your interviews, andshow us you're excited and ready to workhere."
Target Fortune 500 rank: 33
"We look for individuals who cancollaboratively lead teams anddeliver results. Give us examplesof your ability to work in a teamor group and take on leadershiproles. Tell us how you cancontribute to our fun and friendlyatmosphere while providinggreat guest service."
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"We look for individuals who cancollaboratively lead teams anddeliver results. Give us examplesof your ability to work in a teamor group and take on leadershiproles. Tell us how you cancontribute to our fun and friendlyatmosphere while providinggreat guest service."
Cardinal Health Fortune 500 rank: 19
"We are looking for professionals whoexemplify the strategic thinking,innovation, integrity, personal leadership,and results orientation that can bestposition us to help achieve that goal. Weare always impressed when candidatescan demonstrate a deeper understandingof the challenges that are currently facingthe health care system, and when theyshare thoughtful ideas regarding the rolethey think Cardinal Health can play inaddressing those challenges."
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"We are looking for professionals whoexemplify the strategic thinking,innovation, integrity, personal leadership,and results orientation that can bestposition us to help achieve that goal. Weare always impressed when candidatescan demonstrate a deeper understandingof the challenges that are currently facingthe health care system, and when theyshare thoughtful ideas regarding the rolethey think Cardinal Health can play inaddressing those challenges."
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. Fortune 500 rank: 13
"JPMorgan Chase valuesapplicants with a positiveattitude, flexibility and provenrelevant success both on theresume and by exampleduring the interview process.These factors will alwaysimpress a recruiter."
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"JPMorgan Chase valuesapplicants with a positiveattitude, flexibility and provenrelevant success both on theresume and by exampleduring the interview process.These factors will alwaysimpress a recruiter."
AT&T Fortune 500 rank: 12
"We look for candidates whoare passionate abouttechnology and innovation,with a keen eye on servingtheir communities andcustomers."
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"We look for candidates whoare passionate abouttechnology and innovation,with a keen eye on servingtheir communities andcustomers."
Hewlett-Packard Fortune 500 rank: 11
"Strong candidates demonstrate a focuson customers, results and performance,business acumen and leadershipcapabilities. Energetic, passionate andteam-oriented individuals integrate wellwith HP's collaborative culture andvalues. Our selection process is aniterative one, we get to know thecandidates, but also ensure they get toknow our world-class organization. Letrecruiters see the candidate beyond theirresume -- having a creative andauthentic voice is a plus."
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"Strong candidates demonstrate a focuson customers, results and performance,business acumen and leadershipcapabilities. Energetic, passionate andteam-oriented individuals integrate wellwith HP's collaborative culture andvalues. Our selection process is aniterative one, we get to know thecandidates, but also ensure they get toknow our world-class organization. Letrecruiters see the candidate beyond theirresume -- having a creative andauthentic voice is a plus."
Bank of America Corp. Fortune 500 rank: 9
"Know the types of positions you are mostqualified for and interested in. Be focused inyour approach to demonstrate you can matchyour experience and skills to the organizationalrequirements. Be able to demonstrate thatyou've done research on the company, itsbusinesses and the roles you would be mostqualified for. Show initiative and desire;demonstrate that you are interested in joiningthe organization by attending the company'sevents and meeting its recruiters and leaders.Prepare questions: the right questionsdemonstrate your interest and understanding ofthe company and role."
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"Know the types of positions you are mostqualified for and interested in. Be focused inyour approach to demonstrate you can matchyour experience and skills to the organizationalrequirements. Be able to demonstrate thatyou've done research on the company, itsbusinesses and the roles you would be mostqualified for. Show initiative and desire;demonstrate that you are interested in joiningthe organization by attending the company'sevents and meeting its recruiters and leaders.Prepare questions: the right questionsdemonstrate your interest and understanding ofthe company and role."
General Electric Fortune 500 rank: 6
"We look for candidates whofocus on the customer, areclear thinkers, generate newand creative ideas, valueteamwork, and are experts intheir field."
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"We look for candidates whofocus on the customer, areclear thinkers, generate newand creative ideas, valueteamwork, and are experts intheir field."
Exxon Mobil Fortune 500 rank: 2
"ExxonMobil is a dynamic, exciting place to work.We hire exceptional people, and every one ofthem is empowered to think independently, to takeinitiative and be innovative. We seek highlycapable and ambitious people from allbackgrounds. Depending on your degree, area ofspeciality, or trade, you will have a wide variety ofcareer paths to choose from. Strong candidateswill have the technical proficiency required for theposition as well as proven leadership, teamworkand interpersonal skills. There is no `secret,' butgood advice for any candidate is to be yourselfwhen answering interview questions and help usunderstand what differentiates you from othercandidates."
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"ExxonMobil is a dynamic, exciting place to work.We hire exceptional people, and every one ofthem is empowered to think independently, to takeinitiative and be innovative. We seek highlycapable and ambitious people from allbackgrounds. Depending on your degree, area ofspeciality, or trade, you will have a wide variety ofcareer paths to choose from. Strong candidateswill have the technical proficiency required for theposition as well as proven leadership, teamworkand interpersonal skills. There is no `secret,' butgood advice for any candidate is to be yourselfwhen answering interview questions and help usunderstand what differentiates you from othercandidates."
Wal-Mart Stores Fortune 500 rank: 1
"Candidates should know andunderstand the company, and havea passion for it and the role forwhich they are applying. Theirresume should be tailored for thespecific position. Applicants shouldbe prepared to show and quantifyresults, not just list dutiesperformed, and be able todemonstrate their ability to solveproblems."
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"Candidates should know andunderstand the company, and havea passion for it and the role forwhich they are applying. Theirresume should be tailored for thespecific position. Applicants shouldbe prepared to show and quantifyresults, not just list dutiesperformed, and be able todemonstrate their ability to solveproblems."
