University Recruiting FAQ's
1) How do I apply for a full-time job?
There are several ways you can apply for a position at Broadcom.
You can apply on-line through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS),
through connecting talent, and/or visit your Career Services Center for
postings.
2) What colleges and universities does Broadcom recruit from?
Like most companies, Broadcom targets its recruiting at certain college and university campuses. However, one of the goals of University Recruiting is to provide employment opportunities for students at college and university campuses across the globe. While we don't have the resources to hold interviews at each campus, our process allows us to recruit from every campus.
3) What majors/degrees does Broadcom typically look for in the recruiting process?
72 percent of our workforce is comprised of engineers. Therefore, we focus on EE, CE and CS majors at the Ph.D., Master's, and Bachelor's level. We also have opportunities in our Worldwide Sales and Marketing/Communications group for Finance, Communications, and MBA students.
4) Does Broadcom offer international opportunities?
Yes. We have numerous international locations, including Richmond, British Columbia,
Cambridge, UK, Bristol, UK, Copenhagen, Denmark, the Netherlands, Beijing, China,
Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Bangalore, India, Hyderabad, India, and Israel.
You can see our Location Map for all of our current locations or Careers to view
the opportunities that are available globally.
5) Does Broadcom recruit international students?
Yes. Broadcom is proud of its diverse culture and strives to hire the best
candidates. In fact, nearly 42% of our university hiring this past year were
international students. If you are legally entitled to work in the United States,
we will consider you for employment.
6) How will I know that my resume has been reviewed in your database?
Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) will send you an email response once we've received
your resume. University Recruiting reviews resumes on a weekly basis.
If you are qualified, you will be contacted for an interview. If you do not qualify,
or if the position has already been filled, an email response will be sent to you if
you applied through our ATS. No email responses will be sent if resumes are emailed
through collegejobs@broadcom.com or internships@broadcom.com.
7) What is the interview process like at Broadcom?
Our interview process is very thorough. Typically, a candidate will spend an entire day interviewing with 5-10 different Broadcom employees. The focus of these interviews is generally "technical" in nature, but behavioral based questions will be asked as well.
8) When will I know the results of my interviews?
Developing a world-class University Recruiting program also includes developing world-class processes. A member of our team will contact the candidate by telephone and/or email within 72 hours of the interview and advise them of the result.
9) What does a typical offer consist of?
Offers are never "typical" at Broadcom. We treat everyone as an individual, and that includes our offer packages. Most offers include a competitive base salary, stock options and relocation (if qualified). Check our Benefits home page for more information.
10) Does Broadcom offer an Internship or Co-Op program?
Broadcom offers both an Internship and a Co-Op program. We have opportunities
throughout the United States and abroad. Last year, we hired approximately
350 interns and co-ops throughout the organization.
11) How do I apply for an internship?
There are several ways you can apply for an internship or co-op at Broadcom.
You can apply on-line through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), email your
resume to internships@broadcom.com,
and/or visit your Career Services Center for postings.
12) Are internships and co-ops paid?
Yes. We offer a competitive salary for all of our programs.
13) What is the duration of an internship or a co-op?
The duration of an internship or a co-op can vary by business unit and position. We offer "traditional" summer internships, as well as internships and co-ops that run throughout the summer and the academic year.
14) How do I contact Broadcom's University Recruiting team?
For graduates with Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D.'s: collegejobs@broadcom.com
For internship and co-op information: internships@broadcom.com
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