Specialization: economics, finance. Two higher educations: engineer and financier. Economist furniture company from Italy. Date: May 22, 2019. Reading time 6 min.
Both high-class specialists and applicants without experience, and students can get a job at Apple. There are no gender or age requirements. People with disabilities are also accepted. The main requirement is the ability to think creatively and make innovative decisions. Vacancies can be viewed on the company's website. You can also send a resume on it, even if there is no suitable offer.
Citizens living anywhere in the world can get a job at Apple. This international company gathers under its roof creative people who can think outside the box and make decisions, who are not afraid to express their opinion and offer even unthinkable ideas.
“When they say “it’s hard,” I have a rule about this: if such a task does not contradict the laws of physics, it is feasible” - Johnny Srugi, Apple senior vice president of hardware technology.
Primary requirements
Both high-class professionals in completely different fields, as well as students and people with no work experience can get a job at Apple. Experience is ignored here. The most important thing for a candidate is the ability to think outside the box. And this applies not only to programmers and technical specialists, but to absolutely all employees. Consider the requirements at Apple for candidates for some key positions.
Sales Manager at Apple Store:
- high interest in new technologies and especially Apple products;
- flexibility in learning new products and features;
- high communication skills;
- the ability to attract a client, interest, reassure, in case of problems;
- ability to make decisions quickly.
iOs designer in Cupertino:
- deep understanding of the device mobile devices;
- personal experience design;
- the ability to take initiative and make decisions independently;
- expert knowledge of working programs such as Sketch, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator and iWork;
- the ability to synthesize complex information into simple solutions;
- ability to work on several tasks at the same time;
- expert knowledge of Mac OS X and iOS;
- higher education in a discipline related to design such as graphic, visual communication, information or interaction design is preferred but not required.
Technical architect:
- 15-20 years of experience in designing, implementing and delivering complex, scalable and sustainable platforms and services;
- deep understanding of large databases and distributed systems (MapReduce, Spark, Hive, Cassandra, Kafka, Airflow, Solr, Cloud/AWS);
- high programming skills with mastery in Java, Python, SQL;
- ability to work in a team, think collectively;
- previous experience in AI/ML/Data Sciences will be a bonus;
- higher technical education.
The following requirements are imposed on students and interns wishing to get a job as a programmer:
- sincere interest in embedded software development;
- fundamental knowledge of embedded processors, with deep knowledge of concepts operating system in real time;
- very good understanding of system architecture in an embedded environment;
- Strong programming skills in C or C++. Familiarity with assembly preferred;
- creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills;
- ability to work collectively.
There are no age or gender requirements. To work in Apple any person can, including those with disabilities, if he is a specialist in his field and can prove his ability to think outside the box.
How is the selection
After reviewing the resume, the candidate is invited for an interview. Depending on the specialty and the chosen vacancy, he is offered small tests designed to demonstrate to employers the ability to generate ideas and make innovative decisions.
If the test is passed satisfactorily, the candidate is accepted for an internship or probationary period. Literally one day is allotted for briefing and setting tasks, and new employee is actively involved in the work. He will be listened to on an equal footing with everyone, his proposals can be immediately translated into reality.
For the Apple job interview process, see the video:
How to send a resume
All available vacancies are posted on the official website of the company. IN currently there are 600 of them, with work all over the world. To get acquainted with them, you need to perform a number of actions:
- go to the site and in the bottom menu, find the tab "About Apple" / "Jobs":
- in the top menu, select, depending on the need, the tab "Units" or "Students";
- if you select the "Subdivisions" link, in the window that opens, select the required tab: hardware, software and services, design, marketing, sales, etc.;
- after selecting the one you need, follow the appropriate link and in the window that opens, scroll down until a link to vacancies appears;
- if you select the "Students" tab, in the window that opens, scroll down and follow the "Internship" link;
- after clicking on the links "Vacancies" or "Internship", a window with vacancies will open. On the left, you can set additional filters. After reviewing the offers and finding the right one, click on its name to go to the page with the requirements and conditions. Opposite each position is the place of work;
- after selecting a vacancy, a window opens where all the conditions are written (in English). If everything suits you, you can start sending your resume. To do this, click on the "Submit CV" button;
- sign in Personal Area by entering your Apple ID and password. If you don't already have one, create one;
- upload your CV by attaching a file from your computer or by simply pasting in the text and click the "Save" button.
Even if there is no suitable vacancy on the site, a resume can be attached. Human Resources will contact you when a suitable offer becomes available. You can do this right from the page "About Apple" / "Jobs" (photo 2), by clicking on the link "Tell me about yourself."
What does an employee get?
After passing probationary period and signing a contract for permanent job the employee receives not only a high salary, access to all social programs, but also the shares of the company, as well as the possibility of buying additional valuable papers and Apple products at a discount.
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The Cupertino offices employ professionals with a capital letter, the demand from which is appropriate. Stressful environment, high risks, colossal responsibility, but in interviews, company employees agree that the pros outweigh the cons.
Your work really has an impact on the world
For the majority of former and current Cupertinites, this is far from an empty phrase, but the very reality. At all scales of speculation about the true values of innovation and the share of contribution Apple in world progress, the fact remains that a lot of new things are really being created in the local laboratories. Be it hardware solutions or software, many people work side by side with those who really caught and mercilessly exploits their muse. And even if in reality not everyone New Product makes this world a little better, but dreaming about it and working with inspiration is wonderful.
You are in the company of very, very smart people.
This was one of the creeds, the rule laid down in the basis of corporate culture Apple. Those who come here will work in the company of intellectuals, educated, quick-witted and creative individuals. Not ideal, with conflicting characters, having their own opinion and not so modest as not to defend it. That is why the atmosphere of a team of professionals is good - there is no place for secondary and empty things here. As well as people who create serious restrictions on the selection of new personnel. 
Almost family
It's even strange why former employees Apple so often mention this aspect if they are now working elsewhere. Paradox? Be that as it may, in Cupertino they care not only about the high return of their employees, but also about maintaining the conditions under which it is possible. Many have become friends and keep in touch, even if circumstances keep them apart. However, in Silicon Valley, this is not uncommon, and chic interiors, trendy sofas and hot tubs are found in many offices of IT giants.
Colleagues are mature, experienced and hardworking
IN Apple only a few employees have not yet exchanged their fourth decade, most of them can boast of 10-15 years of experience, and in responsible positions. Contrary to one of the popular beliefs, there are no young geniuses in the local corridors, as well as those who are at odds with discipline and work schedules. The terms “loafer” and “sinecure” are simply inappropriate; no one is in a hurry to retire either. It seems that the 21-year-old founding father in Apple sample of 2015 would not dare to take a job. 
Excellent salaries
In one of the 2014 state of California summaries, the average income of an experienced programmer who works for big company, is listed at $76,000 per year. In case of Apple it is $100,000 and more - the data is announced on condition of anonymity. The current employees of the company use the term "big salary", and the former ones point out as one of the factors they regret losing. Silicon Valley is a region of high prices, financial aspect when choosing a place of work here is estimated almost in the first place. And since the apple brand is doing well year after year, there is no need to assume staff cuts or budget cuts.
Favorable conditions for part-time work
The staff of Apple Stores is heterogeneous, not everyone has a higher education, work experience, too. The corporation is so huge that it also needs unskilled labor, often part-time or part-time. Usually in the US, this means severe pay cuts, no benefits, and a lot of routine, but Apple favorably stands out against the general background - according to the reviews of the company's staff. 
There is room for career growth
As far as the network is concerned retail, beginners have the opportunity to prove themselves and not be left unappreciated. Not at all the same as the development of wonderful and high-tech novelties, but still an important aspect. The Apple Store consists of hundreds of objects, each staffed by dozens of employees - the chances of moving up the career ladder and making a more or less successful career are not symbolic. Plus, a great help when choosing a new job and a valuable entry in the resume.
Employees are entitled to generous discounts on branded products
Again, the cat cried for information, the details are unknown - in the interview, the words “amazing” and “magnificent” are predominantly found. Bonuses and benefits for official employees are stipulated by contract and, given the traditionally unpleasantly high prices for apple gadgets, they come in handy. This aspect of the work is indicated among the significant advantages of at least a third of all respondents. 
Less hassle with finding a new job
The figurative expression is “working at Apple is like living in New York. If you can do it here, you can do it anywhere.” The global fame of the brand affects, employers, at the sight of a characteristic combination of characters in the resume, form a very favorable reaction for the applicant. And this is true both for technical specialties and for management personnel.
Cookies, drinks, snacks
Cupertino does not spend the same amount on office comfort as Google or Facebook, but they are not greedy either. As far as employee meals are concerned, the menu at Caffe Mac at headquarters is akin to a restaurant menu. Yes, the Cupertinos have to pay for delicious food out of their own pocket, but the company is making advances in terms of pricing the service. There is no need to bring snacks from home - in Apple dine with taste, without moving away from the workplace.
free apples
The name obliges - instead of milk for harmfulness in Apple distribute apples to employees. For many neophytes, this becomes a pleasant surprise, which later develops into one of the best memories of working in the company. Of course, employees get fruits for free - but how could it be otherwise?
Beer parties
They do not live by apples and diet alone in Cupertino - from time to time, quite often, the management gives the green light to holding a beer party. They build a stage on the lawn, arrange buffet tables, buy centners of snacks and kegs with beer, invite music bands All at the expense of the company. Everyone is pleased to remember the dashing teenage years - employees love such parties. 
Fare
A secondary, but mentioned in the reviews criterion - Apple does not hesitate to arrange transportation for its employees from the San Francisco Bay Area to the campus. In addition to travel expenses, the terms of the contract may provide for a number of compensation for travel expenses for those to whom it is important.
Vocational training and advanced training courses
Almost all reviews mention the fact that newcomers to the company will have an informative and productive training process. Not an abstract course of a “young fighter”, but a well-planned training system, first of all, the specifics of organizing work processes in the company itself. After all, the structure is huge, a lot of new projects are being launched - without careful preparation in any way. 
Feeling of belonging to a growing corporation
A fairly subjective factor that is not characteristic of everyone - we are talking not about working in a growing business structure, but about own development to the beat of success Apple. Some employees report that milestones in their career growth coincide with the success of the company, and this serves as a very, very weighty motivation for further achievements. The exact opposite of the feeling created by those whose employer is in a crisis situation.
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The personal rating on the recruiting portal Glassdoor is 93%, a few managers can boast of a higher one. Reliable, caring, respected bosses - what could be better? 
No bureaucratic problems
Or almost none, anyway, to obsessive micro-management employees Apple don't complain. Responsible employees have a large degree of freedom, and the number of deputies and assistants to the boss is kept to a reasonable minimum. At the same time, there is no talk of anarchy, and the strictness of the top managers of the apple brand has been legendary since the days of Jobs.
The fact that by the end of 2011 the first Apple Store in the CIS may appear in Moscow. Despite the fact that this has not been officially confirmed and the agreement has not yet been signed, I consider this quite probable. To be aware of how this will end and in general to receive Apple-related news among the first in Runet, follow on Twitter.
Suppose the Apple Store will still appear in Moscow. Then, I think some of you will be interested to know how the interview with future Apple employees goes. What if you are the one who will work in the brand new Apple Store in Moscow?
For some people, getting a chance to work at Apple seems like one of the most compelling jobs on the planet. To be fully surrounded by Apple. Talk to customers about how incredibly magical (incredibly magical) products are here. If all of this sounds tempting to you, then read on, but don't ignore that it's easier to get into Harvard than it is to become an Apple employee. This is a translation of an article about how the hiring process at Apple works.
After browsing Apple's website for a long time, I stumbled upon the section on working at Apple and thought, "Hmm, why not try applying for some open positions and see what happens?" Realizing that my blogging wasn't going to solve anything, I sent my resume to several job boards in Cupertino, Los Angeles. I was shocked when I received an email two days later inviting me to the “Apple Career Seminar” two days later at the Phoenix Hotel. I had to respond within 24 hours because the hotel was filling up very quickly.
First meeting : It was a big group event. About 30 candidates applied for vacancies at the Apple Store. When I arrived, this group was waiting for admission to the seminar. When we entered the interview room, MGMT music was playing on the speakers, and Apple employees applauded in the way they usually do on the day of the launch of a new product (Launch Day). For about two hours, we were shown several video demonstrations of working at Apple, several managers were introduced, and we, as a group, asked questions about Apple and its products. There was also a speaking portion where each of us stood in front of the group and introduced ourselves. At the end of the room sat a group of six managers who took notes, wrote down the responses and actions of each of us. At the end of the interview, we were divided into groups of six and took turns answering typical event questions: “Why do you want to work at Apple?” “Tell me about a time you didn’t get along with an employee,” “Tell me about when you were dealing with an angry customer,” and so on.
Note: During the workshop, it's helpful to raise your hand to every question and act super excited about everything Apple has to offer.
Second meeting: 72 hours after the "Apple Career Seminar" I got a call. The person on the phone asked if I enjoyed the event and if I'm still interested in pursuing a career with Apple, what kind of job would I prefer. I was also told that they don't hire geniuses and everyone starts from the bottom like an Apple Specialist, but I can work to get to the top. Over the next 10-15 minutes, I was asked a few more questions, and then she asked if I could come tomorrow for a personal interview.
Questions asked: "Tell me about your technical background", "Tell me about a time you had to do something technical but didn't know how to complete the task ahead of time."
Third meeting: I showed up for my interview at 9 am but was told that the manager I was supposed to interview with was busy and I was asked to wait a few minutes. After the first group seminar, I had the feeling that every answer I gave was valued (and I am absolutely sure that it is). As I waited for my interview, I talked excitedly about the iPod Shuffle and Nano (specifically the trim and headphones), and spoke to the security guard and a few employees.
Thirty minutes later, the manager came out to start the interview with me, but then another candidate came in, who was scheduled to come at 9:30 am. We were told that we would be interviewing together. Over the next 1 hour, we were asked to recall past work experiences and situations that happened there. Some of the questions were repeated from past interviews, such as "Why do you want to work at Apple?" But there were other questions: "Tell me about when you were not satisfied with your expectations?", "Tell me about when you exceeded the expectations of others?". We were also allowed to ask about the inner workings of the Apple Store. The manager was incredibly pleasant and helpful (incredibly nice and helpful) and told us that both of us would be heard at our next interview.
Note: I was specifically warned over the phone not to wear a shirt and tie (I went to the first interview that way, out of personal preference), so I wore a bow tie and pants with suspenders (sorry Apple, not everyone likes t-shirts). If you really want to get a job at Apple, I would recommend that you casually dress like a hipster.
Refusal : only a week passed before I heard anything from Apple. Finally, seven days after my last interview, I got a call from the manager's secretary to let me know that they were happy to meet me, but they were "going to move in another direction". I was about to ask a question, but she hung up, which was a bit odd since all the other employees were very hospitable and polite. I have heard from others that they only received a rejection email, so I don't think it was the standard protocol for this.
My advice for those hoping to become an Apple Employee:
1) Get a referral. If you don't know someone who works at an Apple Store, go to the store and show your interest by talking to Apple employees. A friend in the store might recommend you after the first interview, which will slightly increase your chances.
2) Be outgoing at all times. Whether it's in a group interview or an in-person interview, try to be friendly not only with those who work at Apple, but also with the rest of the people around you. Maybe it just seemed so to me, but it seems that they pay attention to even the smallest details.
3) Fit the mold. Apple doesn't hire people based on their technical knowledge alone, they also want people who are also people savvy. Spend some time at your local Apple Store to get a feel for the type of people they hire (look at their clothes and how they interact with people).
4) Know the products. You don't need to know absolutely everything about Apple products, but it would be very helpful. I was the only person at the seminar who could explain what it was and why switching to Intel chips was important. It helped me stand out and the general manager remembered me.
Questions and timing may vary slightly in some points, but the actual interview format should be something like this because Apple, as we know, is a company that loves uniformity and simplicity. These are just the first steps to getting a job at the Apple Store, but it should be helpful for those looking to join Apple's ranks. True, all these tips are written by a guy who was refused ...
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To be in Cupertino is the dream of every IT specialist who is not indifferent to Apple. And now that it has become the most valuable company in the world, working for it has become one of the most prestigious.
On February 26, at the Steve Jobs Theater, the annual reporting and re-election meeting of shareholders will be held. Boring? The board of directors will report to the owners of the company (you will be surprised: these are not reptilians at all!), the owners will express their will. Everything as usual? But no: among the 6 issues on the agenda there is one outrageous and almost indecent, worse than that, it is purely political. The decision of the owners is the law for the company, no one knows what it will be, the consequences can be catastrophic.
IN supreme court In Santa Clara County, a lawsuit began against former company employee Gerard Williams III, a former chief architect of the company's A-chips, who led the creation of chips from the Apple A7 to the Apple A12 / A12X. The preliminary meeting considered the claims of the parties, but it already seems that Nuvia, a startup founded by Gerard Williams along with two others former employees microelectronics division of Apple .
Many dream of working at Apple, and for a reason - the company has been one of the most popular for many years. But leaving the walls of the office is often not so easy: especially if it is not an ordinary employee, but one of the key developers of A-series chips for the iPhone and iPad. Last August, Apple sued former head of A-series processor development Gerard Williams III for violating employment contract, receiving a counterclaim in response, in which Williams accused the company of reading its own correspondence. Recently it became known exactly how the court is going to decide this case.
Leaks of corporate secrets in any self-respecting company are punished severely and on the spot. Sometimes with the use of heavy judicial artillery. No matter how free the schedule was and no matter how sparing the working conditions were, no one canceled the rule of “talker and spy”. Therefore, someone's head, most likely, has already flown from their shoulders in a number of American Apple stores. Nothing to share experiences with journalists Wall Street Journal.
Being an Apple Store consultant isn't easy. Very difficult. And often the atmosphere in the team is very different from what is shown on the site in the photographs next to the proposal to apply for a vacancy for an employee. To be hired even for the lowest position at Apple, two or more interviews are required. The main idea that will be explained to you very quickly in the office of an HR specialist is to prove that the company needs you. For she is absolutely not interested in you: every store is literally bursting with people who want to get a job in such a place. Chances are they are better than you.
Let's assume that you passed the interview and received a final positive answer. The most difficult stage begins. In addition to learning standard corporate materials, each employee goes through training on "following Apple's customer service principles." This wouldn't be unusual if Apple's rules didn't apply to your speech. Example. Can't speak "Unfortunately", otherwise you will regret already outside the doors of the store former employer. We use the phrase "it so happened that...". If you can't solve a client's problem, words with a negative connotation are prohibited.
And now, having studied a pile of corporate materials, you finally found yourself “in the field”. Or not? For two weeks, if you please, quietly run after employees with great experience. And yes, you are not allowed to talk to customers. At all. The first is training and education. As soon as you are sure of your readiness, you will be allowed to open your mouth to a person in need of help. Remember: if the client incorrectly names his device, nod approvingly in response, because this person knows better than you how to call what he spent his hard-earned money on.
Naturally, you do not work on sheer enthusiasm. Genius Bar support professionals are paid up to $30 an hour, depending on qualifications. Ordinary soldiers-consultants can expect from 9 to 15 dollars per hour. Is it a lot? By local standards - pennies. And forget the traditional “career” buzzwords: if you’re hired by Apple as a store employee, you may never get a chance to make it “higher.”
Whatever you do and whatever you do, you are watched by the intent eye of Steve Jobs. This person personally decided which cables would be inserted into the iPad 2 and routed to the devices on display as part of Apple Store 2.0, the company's recent store reform. Two years ago after a liver transplant Steve Jobs right in his own room, he considered plans for future Apple stores and gave out appropriate instructions. And even now, when your chief boss, Ron Johnson, is in charge of another company, you should not hope for concessions. Whoever takes his place, the strictest discipline will always come first.
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