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If not, we're trying to get there by working on things that change people's lives, and change how people interact.”<p>Then, there are your colleagues. “You'll be working with people who've been selected because they are great at what they do, and because they are people who know how to work in teams.”<p>It’s an inclusive approach starts at the top, Mourad says. “Much of the information about the company is shared with everybody. Even at the project level everything is transparent.”<h4><br> Shibl Mourad’s 4 tips for getting a job at Google</h4><p>The selection process is rigorous, and involves five separate interviews.<p>Much of Mourad’s advice was geared to software developers, but he says the application process is similar for candidates who want to join the company’s business development team. “If a recruiter tells you there are no jobs in Montreal, tell them, ‘That’s false. I heard Shibl speak, and he says there are always jobs in Montreal!”<p><b> 1. Make sure you have a strong GPA </b><p>“Your GPA matters, especially your marks in the topics that are relevant to the job,” Mourad says. “If you’re applying to be a software engineer, you really need to have an A in algorithms. This is probably the most important.”<p><b> 2. Know how to code </b><p> “Joining an open-source project is a great way to get experience and exposure. Because people are going to check your code, and you’ll learn all about the development process.”<p><b> 3. Learn to collaborate </b><p>“The ability to collaborate is very important for getting you through the door, and afterwards to succeed at Google.”<p><b> 4. 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