Question 1

Does ESPN drug test?

Accepted Answer

No, ESPN does not do a drug test prior to an offer of employment; however, they reserve the right to drug test an employee at any time if substance use is suspected or if a workplace accident occurs. If a drug test is required and the result is positive, that can void any worker's compensation claims and can result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Question 2

Does ESPN hire felons?

Accepted Answer

Yes, ESPN will hire felons on a case-by-case basis. There have been multiple reports by current and past employees that have been hired after having a felony. According to these employees, it is important to be honest and to prove rehabilitation.

Question 3

How do you answer "why are you interested in working for ESPN"?

Accepted Answer

To answer "why are you interested in working for ESPN", your love and passion for sports and your desire to live out your dream with a company that is dedicated to citizenship and community.

Question 4

How do you write a cover letter for a job at ESPN?

Accepted Answer

You write a cover letter for a job at ESPN by focusing on your desire to build a meaningful career and combining your love of sports with your career. The first step for this is to prove your passion.

Question 5

How old do you have to be to work at ESPN?

Accepted Answer

You have to be 18 years old to work for ESPN.

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Question 6

What benefits does ESPN offer?

Accepted Answer

ESPN offers benefits to full time employees including:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Temporary disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Question 7

What is the dress code at ESPN?

Accepted Answer

The dress code for ESPN is business casual for in office positions.

Examples of appropriate business casual clothing:

Polo or other collared shirts
Sweaters
Business dress pants (khakis, twill)
Knee-length skirts or dresses
Cardigans
Blazers
Closed-toed shoes
Dress sandals

Question 8

Who owns ESPN?

Accepted Answer

The Walt Disney Company owns ESPN, with 80% of the company. Hearst Communications owns the other 20% of ESPN. Bill Rasmussen developed the concept of ESPN in 1978. Getty Oil bought 85% of the company in 1979 so ESPN could fund the building of their headquarters in Bristol, Connecticut.

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