Company Research

Why do I want to research a company?
 
It is imperative to research an employer to ultimately make a decision if you want to work for that employer. You also need to be able to tailor your resume and cover letter to the specific company, industry, market or product. You can give yourself a better chance to make an impact in an interview if you are knowledgeable about the employer. You will be able to communicate your desire or interest in the company/industry.  
 

What do I want to know about a company?
                 
There are some specific things that are helpful to know about an employer, including:                               

Responsibilities of the Position
Promotion Opportunities
Long-term Income Potential
Locations of the Company
Direction of the Organization
Products/Services/Market
Organizational Charts
History of Company

Where do I get this information?

• Hoovers online offers company information, including business reports and profiles.    

• Reference USA is an internet-based reference service containing detailed information on nearly 12 million American businesses. This reference is accessible from any Delaware Valley College networked computer.

• careeronestop uses an employer locator to find contact information about a specific employer or list of employers.

• MyPlan.com will assist you in obtaining industry information and career profiles.