What to do to get an interview at Google, Microsoft and Apple. Have applied countless times. Even got referrals but haven’t received a single interview call from these companies. Have really good profile but still haven’t heard back.

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Have you considered trying to connect with someone via linkedin who might be able to review your resume for you? If you could find a current or former hm with one of the companies even better.

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Maybe have someone take a look at your resume or touch it up? There must be something that's either not standing out or standing out in a way that isn't quite right. How much else do you write/include when you apply?

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You also have to consider that there's simply a lot of competition. You may have to try over and over again more times than it feels sane to before finally getting noticed. Have you considered applying for a lower position just to get in the company and work your way back up to the one you originally intended to apply for? I know it's a lot of effort, but I know a couple of people who have managed to get into Google that way.

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Yeah I did that too and have got referrals as well. But didn’t hear anything afterwards.

I have spent lot of it curating it. Would be happy to send it over for more feedback. However, I don’t think there is an issue with my resume.

Shipit my way

It is likely the resume that is the issue because that’s what the recruiters use to screen. The other thing would be what your referral is writing about you, because your referrer is rating you during the referral process.

What I have been told by Google recruiters is that they need a more experienced person for the role. And then I see people getting hired for similar roles straight out of college. I would be happy to send my resume across and get any feedback.

Definitely need more examples of problems that you have solved. Most people list their tech skills. When you do that - you come across a tool or a instrument but not a problem solver.

Very few people are hired directly from college.

A similarly small number of people get hired with less than 4 years of experience - those that do are amazing and could easily be senior people.

Yeah that’s the concerning part. I have also applied at entry level positions and haven’t heard back.

Get thoughts from friends on the inside? Microsoft is hiring so heavily, strange not to at least get a screen if your CV is decent.

I would be happy to share my CV. It would be great if you share it forward if it’s decent.

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