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We invite you to learn more Meredith
Corporation, its businesses and products by visiting our corporate
website and companion links. Information on specific employment
and benefits opportunities and programs may be found through
our Career Site.
These Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) may help to answer any questions you may have regarding
pursuing a career at Meredith Corporation.
FAQs
about Your CareerConnection with Meredith Corporation:
Q. Can
I talk with someone about working at Meredith or to learn about
employment opportunities?
A. You can learn about Meredith Corporation by visiting our
corporate website site and related links. All available employment
opportunities, nationwide, may be found through our Careers
Site. Our listings are continually updated. Check the site frequently
for new additions. Please direct any additional questions to
us at: Meredith Corporation, Staffing Services, 1716 Locust
Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309, Fax: 515-284-2958
Q. Can
I send a resume and be considered for any position - current
or future?
A. No. You must specify a current position and reference the
Department Number found in the on-line job description.
Q. Do
I need to submit a resume every time I want to apply for a position?
A. Yes. Remember to reference the specific Department Number
and title of each position which are found in the on-line job
description.
Q. Can
I submit a resume for more than one position at a time?
A. Yes.
Q. Can
I submit my resume electronically?
A. We prefer that you submit a hard copy and any samples of
work, where applicable. Please include the Department Number
and position title in your cover letter. You may send your resume
to: Meredith Corporation, Staffing Services, Department #, 1716
Locust Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309, Fax: 515-284-2958
Q. How
will I know if my resume has been received?
A. You will be sent an acknowledgement card upon receipt of
your resume.
Q. How
long does it take to fill a position?
A. The length of time will vary from position to position. Once
your resume is received it will be evaluated by a recruiter
to determine if your experience meets the job requirements and
hiring specifications. If so, your resume will be forwarded
to the hiring manager for review. If an interview is desired,
you will be contacted.
Q. How
do I know if a position has been filled?
A. Only currently available positions appear on the on-line
job listing. If you interviewed for a position and were not
selected, you will be contacted by a recruiter.
Q. How
long will my resume be kept on file?
A. Resumes are kept for one year.
Q. Your
job posting asked for samples. What kind and how many?
A. When responding to an editorial position, please submit 3
published writing samples. When responding to a design position,
please submit 4-5 examples of applicable design work. Please
send copies - as samples will not be returned.
Q. I am
a student. What courses do I need to take to get a job at Meredith
Corporation?
A. You'll need to visit with your counselor/advisor to determine
what aspect of the media business you are interested in pursuing.
We employ nearly all business disciplines, as well as those
suited specifically to magazine/book publishing, broadcasting,
interactive media and integrated marketing.
Q. Do
you have a college-level internship program and how do I apply?
A. Information on our Summer Internship Program may be found
under the "Other Opportunities" link on the Careers Site. Program
details are updated in mid-November.
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