Hi, I believe Citi's EMEA uses First Advantage for background checks. For internship experiences, do I need to provide employment letters, or is the contact information of my supervisor sufficient? When does the process start, and what other materials should I prepare in advance?
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, Citi EMEA does use First Advantage for background checks. For internship experiences, the process typically involves verifying the information you provide. You may need to input details into the third-party verification company's portal, such as employment dates and supervisor contact information. While employment letters can be helpful, providing accurate contact information for your supervisor is often sufficient for verification.
The background check process usually starts shortly after you sign the written offer, but it can also occur closer to the start date. To prepare in advance, ensure you have the following materials ready:
It's always a good idea to double-check the specific requirements with Citi or First Advantage to avoid any surprises.
Sources: Summer analyst background check & employment verification, Citi EMEA background check, 7 Things I Hate About Citi, Employment Background Check/Verification Process (SA 23) for Incoming Summer Internship (22)), Preparing for an IB internship
They’re an absolute pain in the ass to deal with. You’ll need to provide payslips for all of the employers on your CV to prove your start and end dates. Best of luck!
Rough. Is it even legal for them to "ask" for past income? Maybe because the offer terms have already been communicated? Maybe because it's done by a third party? Can you redact the statements?
What I'm used to is that they just call your former employers.
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