Applying to Multiple Jobs at the Same Company

The following post explores Applying to Multiple Jobs at the Same Company.

Have you wanted to work for one company, reallllly bad? If you’re dead-set on a company, it may cross your mind to apply to multiple jobs in an effort to blitz the company with applications.

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While it might seem like a smooth move to apply to multiple different job titles at a single organization, it’s ultimately a risky strategy with backfire potential.

Here’s what you need to know.

Overview

Imagine you’re interested in working at a tech company like Google.

You see multiple open positions that you feel qualified for: a Product Manager, a Business Analyst, and a Data Scientist. Feeling determined to get noticed, you submit your Resume for all three roles.

When the hiring manager reviews your applications, they are unsure about what role you actually want and whether you have the focused expertise. This leads to confusion, and in the end, they decide to pass on you.

Had you narrowed your focus and tailored your application to one or two specific roles, you would have been able to present yourself as a more targeted and confident applicant.

Is it Bad to Apply to Multiple Jobs at the Same Company?

The short answer is…yes, probably.

Applying to multiple jobs at the same company sends a mixed signal. For example, the required skills and experience for each title above varies greatly, requiring demonstration of specific knowledge and/or experience. By applying to multiple job titles, you’re taking the approach of throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks. This is one of the fastest ways to get screened out of a company’s hiring purview altogether.

Will This Tactic Land an Interview?

It’s quite possible that applying to multiple job titles will capture attention that leads to an initial phone screening with your desired employer. However, navigating the interview will be a challenge. Which role are you interviewing for? What truly are your specialties? Under this scenario, your odds of converting an initial screening interview into into something more formal are not great.

How Can I Avoid Doing This?

Find more organizations! It’s a big wide world out there. Instead of putting all your eggs into one basket, do some research, and start building a target employer list to identify other companies.

What if I am Qualified for Multiple Roles?

If you’re truly qualified for more than one or two roles, then it is incumbent upon you to demonstrate this. It’s a good idea to draft multiple variations of your Resume for each unique focus. We do this for clients through our 2nd Focus Resume which is great for job seekers with two or more divergent desired job titles.

In Conclusion

In conclusion, I hope this post is helpful with considering to apply to multiple jobs at one company. Personally, I advise caution, as it sends mixed signals and could lead to you being screened out altogether.