Q: Does Qualcomm drug test?

No, Qualcomm does not drug test. It neither drug tests as a condition of hiring, nor regularly drug tests existing employees. The company reserves the right to conduct a drug test if it is suspected that an employee is intoxicated in the workplace.

Q: Does Qualcomm hire felons?

No, Qualcomm does not usually hire felons. The company performs a thorough background check as a condition of employment. Qualcomm may hire a qualified candidate with a past felony, depending on the nature of the charge and how long ago it occurred, but this is generally unlikely.

Question 1

When was Qualcomm founded?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm was founded in 1985.

Question 2

How many employees does Qualcomm have?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm has 41,000 employees.

Question 3

How much money does Qualcomm make?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm generates $35.8B in revenue.

Question 4

What industry is Qualcomm in?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm is in the wireless industry.

Question 5

What is Qualcomm's mission?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm's mission statement is "We lay the foundation for a new world of wireless communication. So while no one can be absolutely certain what tomorrow will bring, we have a pretty good idea."

Question 6

What type of company is Qualcomm?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm is a public company.

Question 7

Who are Qualcomm's competitors?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm competitors include Motorola Solutions, Broadcom, Ericsson, Cavium, ATI Research, Inc., Ikanos, SiRF Technology, CSR Technology Holdings Inc..

Question 8

Who works at Qualcomm?

Accepted Answer

Cristiano R. Amon (President and Chief Executive Officer)

Andrew Viterbi (Founder)

Franklin P. Antonio (Founder)

Irwin Jacobs (Founder)

Adelia Coffman (Founder)

Andrew Cohen (Founder)

Harvey White (Founder)

Klein Gilhousen (Founder)

Question 9

Does Qualcomm drug test?

Accepted Answer

No, Qualcomm does not drug test. It neither drug tests as a condition of hiring, nor regularly drug tests existing employees. The company reserves the right to conduct a drug test if it is suspected that an employee is intoxicated in the workplace.

Question 10

Does Qualcomm hire felons?

Accepted Answer

No, Qualcomm does not usually hire felons. The company performs a thorough background check as a condition of employment. Qualcomm may hire a qualified candidate with a past felony, depending on the nature of the charge and how long ago it occurred, but this is generally unlikely.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

You answer the question, "Why are you interested in working for Qualcomm?" by emphasizing your desire to work for the world's leading wireless technology innovator. Your answer should show your knowledge of Qualcomm and that you are excited to be a part of the company.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

You write a cover letter for a job at Qualcomm by emphasizing your relevant work history, especially times when you have turned challenges into opportunities. Qualcomm looks for employees who exhibit inventiveness, tenacity, and passion in their work, so it will be important to include clear examples of this in your cover letter.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

You have to be at least 18 years old to work at Qualcomm, but most roles require a bachelor's degree. Many positions at the company also require full-time availability and significant work experience, which many candidates who have not yet graduated from college do not typically have.

Question 14

What benefits does Qualcomm offer?

Accepted Answer

Qualcomm offers a full range of benefits to its employees in the United States, including 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance. Qualcomm believes in putting its employees first, and has developed a benefits package that supports the full range of employee lifestyles and needs.

Question 15

What is the dress code at Qualcomm?

Accepted Answer

The dress code at Qualcomm is very casual. As is common at many technology companies, the dress code at Qualcomm is lenient to non-existent, with employees able to wear essentially whatever they want to work.

Question 16

What is the hiring process at Qualcomm?

Accepted Answer

The hiring process at Qualcomm is thorough, involving an initial screening and a series of interviews. The entire process typically takes a month to complete.

Qualified resumes are forwarded by the acquisition team to the hiring manager for review. The manager will then request interviews to be set up with those determined to be potentially good matches. A series of behavioral interviews, including telephone, on-site and/or virtual, and technical interviews are conducted.

Question 17

Who owns Qualcomm?

Accepted Answer

Institutional Investors own Qualcomm with a stake of 75.65% of the company. The top five owners of Qualcomm include:

The Vanguard Group, Inc (9.02%)
BlackRock Fund Advisors (4.95%)
SSgA Funds Management Inc (4.3%)
Fidelity Management and Research Co (2.71%)
T. Rowe Price Associates Inc. (2.13%)

Rank	City	Job Count	Avg. Salary
1	San Diego, CA	101	$122,016
2	Santa Clara, CA	20	$135,298
3	Austin, TX	16	$103,290
4	Boulder, CO	6	$96,741
5	Vancouver, WA	3	$132,772
6	Folsom, CA	3	$135,262
7	Bridgewater, NJ	3	$101,211

Rank	Company	Average Salary	Jobs
1	Broadcom	$121,218	470
2	Ikanos	$117,738	0
3	SiRF Technology	$116,808	0
4	Cavium	$110,770	0
5	CSR Technology Holdings Inc.	$100,376	0
6	Ericsson	$90,626	809
7	Motorola Solutions	$82,657	215

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