How to Get a Job at UPS

The United Parcel Service, UPS, is a great place to start a career. They have jobs galore and you can select a position based on what you enjoy doing--such as telecommunications, sorting packages, delivery or computer programming. It could be tough to get in, since tens of thousands apply every year. But benefits include a great health plan, stock purchasing options and more.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

1. Browse openings online and send in your electronic application.

2. Have a copy of your diploma and make sure you're drug-free when you go in for an interview.

3. Be prepared to work in a no-nonsense environment where a structured attitude is a requirement.

4. Prepare to take a lengthy written test as well as a test for the intended position. You'll be given quite a few "skills assessment" tests to see if you've mastered things like spelling, punctuation, memorizing rates or whatever the intended job will require.

5. Be prepared to be interviewed by a local boss, a regional boss and maybe even others.

6. Present an organized, clean and ready-to-learn attitude during the interview.

Tips & Warnings

• Although UPS has strict regulations, you'll climb the ladder if you don't miss any days of work, do more than what is asked of you and respect each and every worker.

• Be prepared to answer many personal questions during the interview.

• UPS has a reputation for running a tight ship where goofing around and playing jokes simply aren't tolerated.

• Don't expect to get hired if you've ever been arrested for a serious crime, including theft, assault, driving under the influence or drug charges.

• UPS has somewhat of a reputation for firing people that can't perform one hundred percent at all times.

• Testing--paper, oral or otherwise--can take 5 hours or more.