Hi - My friend referred me to 5 mechanical design engineering positions. I got an email from Apple to update my profile at ‘Jobs at Apple’ (a generic automated email). I have updated my profile, now I am curious what’s next? Also, does a referral increases my chances?
Apple referrals just don’t work. Seen many times on Blind. Have been referred many times , no result whatsoever
Ah - this sucks
I referred friends for around 15 positions in the past one year and none of them got a call. Either Cerner doesn't care about their employees which or referrals aren't that effective.
Yeah, I echo that. I guess except for SWE roles, referrals aren’t much effective.
Op, have you interviewed with them before? If yes, referrals don’t usually help. Otherwise, I’m surprised you didn’t at least get a call. Maybe they have a hiring freeze?!
Yeah, I haven’t received any calls yet. Unlike usual, I pick up all the calls thinking it might be from Apple. Lol Fingers crossed.
I've been referred to ~ 30 roles at Apple and no phone screens at all
Unfortunately, referrals don’t guarantee phone screens. Did your apple contact provide a recommendation as part of your referral? It’s an optional part of the referral form where we can put a blurb describing why you would be a good fit and how we know each other. Also have the opp to attach other supplemental documents (portfolio, website url, etc)
A referral should guarantee you a phone screen.
I know for SWE roles it does, but are you firm about HW roles as well?
It worked for my team when I was a manager, but it may be dependent on the recruiter.