Interview Basics (Second in a Series of 12): Research the Company

When you go to an interview, make sure you do your research about the company. 

This company you are interviewing for may be your home for years to come, so it is vital that you know at least the basics of the company.  It will also help you determine if you really want to work for this company.  There may be some areas that the company does business in that goes against your personal views. 

By doing the research it can also help you with the interview process by letting your perspective employer know that you are knowledgable about the company.  This knowledge can be a positive factor for the employer in determining to hire you.

Some of the things you will want to know are:

• Company history
• Names of high-ranking executives
• Knowledge of key locations (Headquarters, plant, warehouse, etc...)
• Products and/or services the company offers
• Alliances and partnerships
• Milestones
• Future plans

It doesn't take long to acquire this information.  By spending a little amount of time doing this research can benefit you in making the decision to wanting to work at the company and also helping you through the interview process.