The Application Process

Can background check companies like Kroll verify EVERYWHERE you have ever worked? Or only those places you have reported on your resume? I got a part-time job in college but quickly decided that it wasn't for me and quite after a month. I did not report this on my application. Is there a way for them to find out about this?

Hi JT327, the AdCom is not going to be worried about a part-time job you had in college for a month--even if it does end up showing up on a background check. They use background check companies to make sure you don't leave out meaningful full-time work experiences--like working somewhere for four months, getting fired, and not wanting to mention it in your application. This is obviously not the case for you.

You're in the clear!

Kaneisha

Kaneisha,

I have a similar question. I worked somewhere for 6 months and was let go for "fit" after speaking with my manager about how I wasn't sure the job was right for me long-term (under HR's advice). Do I have to speak about this in my application? Since I was not "fired" will this show up on my background check?

Thanks in advance,
J

My advice: Just be honest in your application. Mention the work experience in your CV. Should they ask about why you only worked there for 6 months in your interview then just tell your story. I wouldn't see why that's a problem?

The last thing you want is to be accepted somewhere and then have to worry about some background checks which may uncover something leading to revoking your acceptance.