Q: Does Microsoft drug test?

No, Microsoft does not drug test. Microsoft is similar to other large tech companies in that it does not care what you do on your own time as long as you can successfully perform your job and work well with your colleagues.

Q: Does Microsoft hire felons?

Yes, Microsoft does hire felons. It is one of the employers that signed the Fair Chance Business Pledge, meaning that it gives each candidate a fair chance based on their qualifications rather than their past. However, felonies related to cybercrimes, or physical or sexual assault, will likely disqualify a candidate from employment.

Question 1

When was Microsoft founded?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft was founded in 1975.

Question 2

How many employees does Microsoft have?

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Microsoft has 182,268 employees.

Question 3

How much money does Microsoft make?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft generates $211.9B in revenue.

Question 4

What industry is Microsoft in?

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Microsoft is in the technology industry.

Question 5

What is Microsoft's mission?

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Microsoft's mission statement is "To empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more."

Question 6

What type of company is Microsoft?

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Microsoft is a public company.

Question 7

Who are Microsoft's competitors?

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Microsoft competitors include IBM, Adobe, Dell, Google, VMware, Intel, NVIDIA, Box, Sophos, Amd, Red Hat, Oracle, HP, Cisco, Salesforce, Meta, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Cognizant, LinkedIn.

Question 8

Who works at Microsoft?

Accepted Answer

Satya Nadella (CEO)

William Henry Gates III (Founder)

Paul Allen (Founder)

Penny Pritzker (Board Member)

Question 9

Does Microsoft drug test?

Accepted Answer

No, Microsoft does not drug test. Microsoft is similar to other large tech companies in that it does not care what you do on your own time as long as you can successfully perform your job and work well with your colleagues.

Question 10

Does Microsoft hire felons?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Microsoft does hire felons. It is one of the employers that signed the Fair Chance Business Pledge, meaning that it gives each candidate a fair chance based on their qualifications rather than their past. However, felonies related to cybercrimes, or physical or sexual assault, will likely disqualify a candidate from employment.

Question 11

How do you answer, "Why are you interested in working for Microsoft"?

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You answer, "Why are you interested in working for Microsoft?" by focusing on the impressive history of the company, how its products and services have changed the world, and how that relates to your own professional development. We recommend coming up with at least three reasons you want to work at Microsoft.

Question 12

How do you write a cover letter for a job at Microsoft?

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You write a cover letter for a job at Microsoft by demonstrating that you understand the company's mission and are suitable for the position. Microsoft is an industry leader, and changed the world through its technological advances. Convey in your cover letter your enthusiasm for Microsoft and its products and services.

Question 13

How does Microsoft make money?

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Microsoft makes money through the sales of its products. Microsoft has a wide variety of technology-based products that it sells. This is where the tech company sees most of its revenue generation come from. Here is a closer look at some of the different types of products Microsoft sells to make money:

Question 14

How much does Microsoft spend on advertising?

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Microsoft spends billions of dollars every year on marketing. For example, in 2021 the technology giant spent $1.5 billion on advertising, marketing, and promotions. It is important to note that this figure includes all marketing and promotional materials, not just advertising alone. This spending can vary yearly depending on Microsoft's ad and marketing strategy.

Question 15

How old do you have to be to work at Microsoft?

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There are no formal age requirements to work at Microsoft, but most entry-level positions require a college degree, and some require years of relevant work experience. The median age of Microsoft employees is 33 years old.

Question 16

Microsoft company values

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Microsoft's company values are:

Empowerment. Microsoft places a lot of value on the ability to empower its employees and customers. It does this by providing the resources and tools that they need to succeed and supporting them in their endeavors. It believes that to be successful as a company, both its staff and consumer base must be empowered.

Question 17

What benefits does Microsoft offer?

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Microsoft is known for offering its employees impressive and comprehensive benefits packages and employee perks, including healthcare financial planning, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Question 18

What is the dress code at Microsoft?

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The dress code at Microsoft ranges from casual to business casual, depending on the role. Most technical employees and engineers dress very casually. Those in leadership or client-facing positions tend to dress more business casual.

Question 19

What is the hiring process at Microsoft?

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The hiring process at Microsoft isn't as structured as other tech firms like Amazon - but it's evolving, and in the past couple of years, it has been updated to include phone screenings and on-site interviews.

Question 20

Who owns Microsoft?

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Microsoft is owned by a combination of company executives, institutional shareholders, and public investors.

The largest share of Microsoft stock is owned by several institutional shareholders. These investment groups account for approximately 70% of Microsoft stock. The top three institutional investment groups are The Vanguard Group, Black Rock, and State Street.

Rank	City	Job Count	Avg. Salary
1	Austin, TX	50	$111,242
2	Chicago, IL	46	$100,290
3	New York, NY	41	$124,459
4	Phoenix, AZ	25	$118,669
5	Houston, TX	22	$110,466
6	Dallas, TX	22	$111,293
7	San Antonio, TX	18	$111,075
8	Los Angeles, CA	10	$146,263
9	San Diego, CA	6	$142,336
10	Philadelphia, PA	5	$109,982

Rank	Company	Average Salary	Jobs
1	Meta	$155,739	12,846
2	Google	$140,774	3,451
3	NVIDIA	$138,575	751
4	LinkedIn	$135,189	310
5	VMware	$126,075	4
6	Cisco	$123,536	1,475
7	Adobe	$119,996	952
8	Salesforce	$114,753	988
9	Sophos	$112,327	63
10	Amd	$109,546	377

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