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Hiring
Q: When is the next application period?
A: We accept applications a few times a year, please check back in 2023. The dates will be posted on this site once confirmed.
Q: How many apprentices are you accepting?
A: We expect to hire approximately 15-35 apprentices each cycle. Exact number of hires will depend on the program’s capacity as well as business need at the time.
Q: What roles are you hiring for?
A: Our available roles differ by cohort. In general, we have Software Engineering (Backend, Frontend, Mobile, etc.), Data Science / Machine Learning, and other roles (User Experience Researcher, Technical Program Manager, Cyber Security). Please check our job description section.
Q: Is relocation offered?
A: Yes, relocation is offered. Our standard relocation policies and packages apply.
Q: What office location will these roles be based in?
A: At LinkedIn, we trust each other to do our best work where it works best for us and our teams. This role offers both hybrid and remote work options. This means you can work from home and commute to a LinkedIn office, depending on what’s best for you and when it is important for your team to be together, or you can work remotely from most locations within the country listed for this role.
For those considering the hybrid work option, the majority of our teams are hybrid out of our Sunnyvale, CA office. However, we do have some teams in our San Francisco office and on occasion, our New York City office.
Q: Will LinkedIn sponsor my visa?
A: Apprentice roles are not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US for LinkedIn without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Q: How is team placement determined?
A: The program team will determine which team an individual joins, keeping in mind the apprentice’s interests. Team assignments will be based on several factors in order to set the individual up for success.
Q: Are all applications reviewed?
A: Based on high volume of interest, we will not be able to review all applications. However, all applicants within this period will have an equal likelihood of review (i.e. applications will not be reviewed on a first come first serve basis).
Q: Do you need a LinkedIn profile in order to apply?
A: While LinkedIn profiles will not be reviewed in our hiring process, you must have a LinkedIn profile when applying in order for LinkedIn to receive your application through our applicant tracking system. In case you are new to LinkedIn or if you’d like some help in updating your profile, please visit this page or this video to see tips for creating a LinkedIn profile.
Program Structure
Q: What does the time allocated for development of technical skills look like?
A: Apprentices can expect designated time on a weekly basis for investing in their technical skills. We will provide a list of resources, guidance, mentorship, and financial support but this time will look different for each apprentice and each apprentice is expected to drive their own learning. For some, this may consist of internal or external programs or classes, online courses, or side projects. For some, this may be a dedicated day for learning while others spread over the week.
Q: What benefits are available for apprentices?
A: Apprentices are eligible for health & medical benefits as well as all other perks that our full-time employees enjoy – centered on your health, passions, and family. See more benefits here: https://careers.linkedin.com/benefits
Q: Will program participants be compensated?
A: Yes, we will offer compensation packages for all apprentices.
Q: Will LinkedIn provide educational reimbursement
A: Yes, educational reimbursement will be offered for apprentices developing their technical skills. Specific details for reimbursement will be shared with apprentices upon joining the program.
Q: How is the length of the program determined?
A: The length of time apprentices spend in the program can range from one year to five years and is evaluated on an individual basis. This will depend on the time it takes apprentices to build their skill set to an entry level and meet the experience requirements as outlined in our basic qualifications for the role they are being promoted into. This will be discussed further during the interview process.
