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You pop onto your Facebook account as soon as you wake up in the morning to check out what’s happening. You probably keep tabs on it all day and then check it before you go to bed. What if you worked at Facebook? Then, you wouldn’t have to worry about spending so much time on your Facebook account – or would you?
Facebook is a gigantic company that is based in Menlo Park, California. It’s considered one of the Big Five information technology companies in the United States, and it has a global foothold.
It’s definitely a great company to work for, and it can lead you to a fantastic career, or it can help you get started in tech, and maybe you’ll create your own company one day. But, of course, the first part is getting that job.
There are many different jobs at Facebook, and your interests, skills, qualifications, and education will all play into what role you get, but the following tips and Facebook interview questions and answers can help you get there.
If you’re serious about getting a job at Facebook, then putting in a little research beforehand can help you appear to be a better candidate and help you nail that interview. It’s really all about getting your foot in the door and being asked to interview. Those are your two biggest hurdles in getting any job.
When it comes to Facebook and landing a job working for Mark Zuckerberg, these tips will help you get started.
Sign up for Zippia job notices, so you can know when there is a job vacancy on Facebook.
Update your LinkedIn profile so people can see that you’re looking for work and can see your professional background at a glance.
Create or update your resume and a cover letter. You’ll want your cover letter to be specific to the job opening, but working on one beforehand can make it easier to fill in the blanks and get a solid cover letter out the door when the job arises.
Research Facebook and learn about their hiring process, company culture, the types of jobs they have, their benefits – learn all that you can so you are ready to interview when it’s time and to succeed in the job once you get it.
Prepare for the interview by reading articles like this that give you potential interview questions and answers. Then, have a friend help you do a mock interview, so you’re comfortable answering on your own.
Boost your education or qualifications by filling in any gaps in your resume or experience through additional classes, certifications, and even job experience.
If you’ve done all of that and believe you’ve set yourself up to be the best job candidate for Facebook, then it’s time to apply and prepare for the job interview.
These questions are designed to give you a feel for what you’ll be asked and to help you come up with your own answers. You might also find that the job you apply for has some unique qualifications, and you’ll want to consider them also when you provide your own interview answers.
What makes you interested in working for Facebook?
This is where your previous research becomes very important. You should be able to answer this question without much thought, and you should come across as very enthusiastic about Facebook.
Example Answer:
I am passionate about social media, and Facebook is obviously a career goal because they’re one of the biggest and the best in the industry. I want to be on the cutting edge of what’s next in social, and Facebook is the place to do that.
What is your experience with Facebook?
You definitely should have a Facebook account, believe us, if they’re really interested in hiring you, they’ve already checked. That means your account shouldn’t be brand new and hardly used.
You need to have a history of using Facebook, a good history without any instances of being banned, and it wouldn’t hurt to have a business account and to know how to place some ads, too. The more experienced, the better off you’ll be.
Example Answer:
I’ve had a Facebook account almost since the beginning and have found that it’s a wonderful place to connect with friends and even business associates. In addition to my personal page, I have a business page where I sell some of my artwork.
My hobby is photography, and I’ve created a little side gig with my pictures. On my business page, I run some ads, do daily postings, and try to go live once a week with photography tips. I’ve also done social media posts on Facebook and other platforms for my last employer.
Have you had previous experience working in social media?
This is another interview question where they’re looking to dig into your knowledge and understanding of what Facebook is all about.
Example Answer:
As I mentioned earlier, I’ve done some social media posts for my previous employer, but I have not worked for another social media company directly. When doing posts in the past, I’ve written short Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram posts.
I’ve also done longer form blogs and LinkedIn articles. Quite often, my employer asked me to contribute photos to accompany my posts and others from our company because they know that is my hobby.
What do you know about the Facebook culture?
If you’ve done your research, you should be able to answer this, but it’s not just about knowing what to say. If you really understand their philosophy, you’ll appear to be a better fit.
Example Answer:
I know that Facebook’s mission is to bring the world closer together and to create a platform of openness and expression. This is done through empowered employees who are willing to move ahead and try new things, even if they fail because you’re always looking to improve.
I like this model and culture because I love trying new things even if I don’t really know what I’m doing. Sometimes you just have to take that leap to figure out what happens next.
How do you fit into Facebook’s company culture and environment (even if working remotely)?
This question is digging deeper to see if you really get the culture, and they truly want to know if you’re going to fit in. But it also leads into the next question, which is going to be important.
Example Answer:
That’s an interesting question because company culture is ultimately about how the people work together and interact but working remotely takes a little of that dynamic away.
I would think that my personality builds on the company culture and adds one puzzle piece to the whole, that the company wouldn’t be complete without my unique ideas, skills, and personality.
That means that whether I’m working remotely or with the team in person, I’m still bringing something to the company that wasn’t there before, and that’s how I’d fit in and contribute.
Speaking of working remotely - how do you feel about working remotely?
Obviously, the Covid-19 pandemic changed the world and the way that tech professionals worked. At first, Facebook thought most of their staff would be coming back to their lovely offices and campuses across the world.
But in 2021, Facebook announced that they would be expanding remote work to many of their employees, even those across international borders.
Example Answer:
I’ve actually always been comfortable working remotely. Distance education was a big part of my degree, so I learned to be productive outside of a classroom, literally at my kitchen table, and have found that I’m very comfortable there, and I thrive in the environment I’ve created for myself.
When we all had to pick up and leave the office during the pandemic, I was immediately comfortable and productive, whereas my co-workers had a harder time adapting. So, this is somewhere that I can thrive.
How do you remain productive when you’re working at home?
Facebook was clearly hesitant about letting a lot of people work from home, so they want some assurances that if that’s what you’re doing, you’re going to be reliable.
Example Answer:
I think, for each person, being productive and finding your groove at home is different. I find that I’m most productive right away in the morning. This is great when you work from home because your hours tend to be a little more flexible.
That means I can take advantage of my early morning hours, whereas I couldn’t before now when I had to wait to come into the office. So, I get a lot done in the morning when I’m focused, and then I save the later parts of the day for meetings, organizational tasks, and preparation.
I also have set up a room in my home - I moved off the kitchen table – that has few distractions for me but a wonderful window so when I’m stuck or need to think something through, I can look out there, and the peaceful environment helps me get back on track.
It’s better for me because my home office is quiet and there are fewer distractions.
Have you worked in a collaborative environment before?
Collaboration is a hot topic for many employers, especially those who are moving into a remote working world on a permanent basis. It’s critical that you know how to work with others, even if you won’t be doing it on a regular basis.
Example Answer:
Yes. I’ve worked in a lot of collaborative environments. While I like working alone, it is good to have other people sometimes because there’s something about brainstorming or getting another view on a project. I think virtual meetings have become a good way to do that.
I think they’ll get better in the future with crosstalk issues being resolved. We’re in an interesting era, and I think the issues and inherent problems of collaborating from a distance will be resolved in the near future. Maybe this is a space where Facebook can lead the way.
Have you ever faced a conflict with a fellow employee, and how did you handle it?
Something that doesn’t show up in a resume is your soft skills. These aren’t the abilities you learn in school but the innate interpersonal skills you have. They’re very important in a work environment, and understanding how you manage conflict is a good way for the hiring manager or interviewer to learn more about your soft skills.
Example Answer:
I haven’t had a lot of conflicts with my coworkers, certainly never a personal issue. I have had times where we’ve creatively and professionally disagreed, but I wouldn’t even say that has risen to the point of a conflict. But when we’ve had professional disagreements, I find that talking them through is most useful.
It’s important when you’re in these situations to hear both sides and not to dig your heels in without first understanding why you could be wrong and why the other person feels they’re right. Sometimes the best idea is in the middle, and sometimes I’ve been totally wrong.
Tell me about a project you worked on that failed?
This question is classified as a behavioral interview question. Behavioral questions are common, and they can provide insight into your character, motivation, and skills. They tell the interviewer how you may act or react in different situations. You might want to answer it using the STAR method: situation, task, action, results.
Example Answer:
Well, that’s never fun, is it? But once you get over the disappointment, there are usually some great lessons you can learn. Once, I was in charge of a marketing plan to get more people into our store.
We set up a lot of social media messages and ads, and I was busy marketing it to everyone through those channels. We felt that approach would attract new customers since we basically had an older clientele and wanted to reach new people.
Unfortunately, we weren’t right with that assumption. It turns out that the younger crowds on social media weren’t really interested in our store, that we’re seen as outdated, which helped us learn that we needed to revamp the way we were perceived by changing our social approach entirely.
We also needed to talk to the audience we already have and respect what they bring to us. There was a fine line there. We needed to slowly update our image so we didn’t turn off our customer base.
At the same time, that image needed to conform to a modern shopper, so they’d find appeal in our store and ads. We decided that there’s a retro-chic opportunity and focused on that, and it was a huge hit.