How the Top Companies Welcome New Employees
Source: LinkedIn
The first few days at a new job, can be interesting and worrying for most people. Employers know this, and recognize that team-building starts from day one.
First impressions are important, and the world's largest companies have some unique ways of welcoming new members. Please take a look at this list below, to learn more.
Airbnb Sends New Hires out to Volunteer
At Airbnb in San Francisco, new employees get a chance to get out of the office during their three-day orientation and spend an afternoon volunteering at a local nonprofit. They also play product trivia games and get to shadow members of the customer support team to fully understand the needs of both hosts and guests.
First Day at Starbucks? You'll Have a Lot of Coffee
New hires at Starbucks’ corporate office start their careers out with a coffee tasting, no matter what department they work in. The tasting includes education about the wide range of coffees Starbucks serves from all around the world.
Amazon Gives New Hires a Look at a Fulfillment Center.
New employees at Seattle-based Amazon can take advantage of two opportunities during their orientation period. Customer Obsession 101 introduces new hires to the role every employee plays in bringing Amazon’s trademark customer service to life. And Associate Experience Week gives new employees a chance to work in a fulfillment center to experience the nuts and bolts of how millions of items reach customers daily.
Before Starting at Adobe, Potential Hires Shadow Someone
At Adobe, prospective hires can get an intimate look into the San Jose-based company through a pre-hire orientation. They shadow employees on the job and tour the facilities to get a clear and honest picture of what their roles and responsibilities would be if they joined the team at Adobe. This unique practice helps Adobe make sure their new hires fit well into the culture.
How Does Under Armour Manufacture its Products? You'll Learn.
In keeping with the theme of its products, Baltimore-based Under Armour sends its new employees to a three-day “pre-season training” to be immersed in the culture and business. New employees, referred to as “teammates,” learn everything from how the gear is manufactured to how Under Armour is pushing the envelope with its products.
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