started by submitting my resume and sometimes a cover letter through the company’s website or a job board, hoping my background matched what they were looking for. A recruiter or hiring manager looked over my resume to decide if I was a good fit, and if so, they usually reached out to schedule an interview. I had a short phone or video interview with a recruiter where they asked about my background, why I applied, when I could start, and sometimes what salary I expected. In the next interview with the hiring manager, I talked more about my experience and answered questions that showed how I’d handle different situations in the role. If the position required it, I completed a task or case study, like analyzing data or solving a scenario, to demonstrate my skills and thought process. I then had a team or panel interview where I met multiple people who asked questions to see how I communicate, collaborate, and whether I’d be a good team fit.