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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


Application Process

1. How do I apply for a job at Motorola?
You can apply online at the Motorola Careers website.  Please search for vacancies and select the opportunities in which you are interested. You will be asked to set up your candidate profile and you can also attach additional documents such as copies of certificates. For more information, click on "How to Apply" on the left.

2. How will I know if I am selected for the next stage in the recruitment process?
Your application will be reviewed and considered. If your qualifications and work experience meet the requirements of the position, the Recruiter will contact you by phone or e-mail and advise you of the next steps.

3. How can I send a vacancy description to a friend?
Please view the vacancy details under Global Career Search, select “Send This Job to a Friend” and fill in the template.

Candidate Requirements

4. Is English required for all positions at Motorola?
The requirements of each position will specify the necessary language skills. Please note that Motorola’s core business language is English, therefore candidates should have a working knowledge of English.  

5. I am a student.  Can I apply?
Yes, we offer opportunities for graduates and interns.  You can search for available student vacancies on the Global Career Search menu, under the ‘Position Type’ menu.

Careers Website

6. How do I create my profile in the Careers website?
Please click on "How to Apply" for details.
 
7. I want to apply for more than one position. Should I create multiple profiles?
No, you should use your existing profile when applying for multiple positions. However, please submit a separate cover letter for each application when prompted to do so. 

Working at Motorola

8. What kinds of opportunities are available at Motorola?
The majority of our opportunities are in electrical and computer engineering, including:

• Hardware and software engineering
• Research and development
• Information technology
• Quality
• Supply chain and manufacturing

We also offer positions in other functions such as:

• Administration
• Business Development
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Legal
• Marketing, Communication and Public Affairs
• Program/Project Management
• Sales

To find a position in the area of your interest, please go to the Global Career Search page.

9. What salary and benefits does Motorola offer?
Total direct compensation includes base salary, the Motorola Incentive Plan (MIP, or SIP if you’re on a sales incentive plan) and equity.  This compensation, in addition to benefits, is competitive when we compare our programs with the prevailing practices for our industry in the countries in which we operate.  Additionally, because we have a pay for performance philosophy, our programs allow for above average total compensation when our performance and business results justify. Please click on "Benefits" on the left for more details on our rewards philosophy and benefits.

10. What training and development opportunities does Motorola offer?
Please click on "Career Development" for more information.

11. How does Motorola store the data that I have submitted?
Please refer to the Privacy Practices link which is located at the bottom of the home page. In addition, where country-specific data requirements apply, these are described in the relevant country pages on this website.

12. Is it possible to submit an unsolicited application? If so, how?
Yes, you can submit your profile directly on our online system and specify the type of role in which you are interested. To set up a profile, go to Global Career Search and select “Submit CV/Resume”. Please note that you will need to scroll further down the page and create a new account, if you have not already created one. You can also set up search agents that will notify you of new opportunities in your field of interest.

13. Is it possible to attach documents to my online application?
Yes, the maximum file size is 150 KB each and you can attach up to 5 files.

14. What is Motorola's corporate culture?
Please click on "Motorola as an Employer" for information.

15.  What is the Motorola policy regarding recruitment  agencies?
Motorola has a  strict preferred suppliers list that is reviewed and updated on an ongoing  basis. We are therefore unable to accept applications from unauthorized  suppliers.

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