Working At Alphabet

Google owns Alphabet Inc., while many other companies also hold a significant stake in Alphabet Inc.

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No, Alphabet does not drug test. Above all else, Alphabet values talent and cares more about the quality of your work performance than it does about what you do during your time off.

Alphabet considers requiring drug tests to be disrespectful to potential talent who have proven their excellence in their careers. There is nothing in their code of conduct that explicitly mentions drug use or testing.

Yes, Alphabet hires felons. While it is more concerned with what you bring to the table than what you may have done in the past, the nature of the felony does matter. Crimes involving physical or sexual violence, identity theft, and hacking may greatly reduce your chances of being hired.

You answer the question, "Why are you interested in working for Alphabet?" by relating your passions and experiences as they pertain to the mission of the company. You should include several reasons that highlight different qualities of the company and of your career goals and try to relate them back to your own experiences and qualifications.

You write a cover letter for a job at Alphabet by showcasing your skills, your passions, and your experiences as they relate to the position and the values of the company.

A cover letter for Alphabet should also highlight your personality, because it is a company that values uniqueness and creativity.

You have to be 18 years or older to work at Alphabet. This includes entry-level and internship positions located in the United States.

Alphabet is known for finding the best talent out there. It usually looks for talent who have at least a bachelor's degree, which requires several years of education and disqualifies most candidates below the age of 22.

Alphabet offers a wide range of excellent benefits, ranging from healthcare and wellness programs, financial programs, flexibility programs, family support, bonuses, employee discounts, and other perks. The company offers one of the largest and most diverse benefits packages among comparable companies in the U.S.

The dress code at Alphabet is generally casual. As with most tech companies, Alphabet wants its programmers and engineers to be as comfortable as possible. For those working in more senior and corporate positions, business-casual is more appropriate.

The hiring process at Alphabet is multifaceted, rigorous, but very streamlined regardless of the position that you're applying for, be it entry-level or c-level. The hiring process at Alphabet takes between two and six months, with higher-level positions requiring more time for interviews.