Employment Tests

All job seekers must be aware of their rights and responsibilities as they relate to a full range of tests that may be required by employers as a condition of all types of employment, including: summer internships, co-op and full-time jobs. The resources provided here represent a beginning point and are by no means meant to be considered an all inclusive list.

NOTE:  Failure to pass any legal test required by an employer as a condition of employment may result in a job offer being withdrawn.

NACE Resources

Please review the following article from NACE (the National Association of Colleges and Employers) to enhance your understanding of the role tests can and do play in the hiring process.

Drug Testing: The "Study-Free" Test, by Mary Ellen Nunes

The CDC also has access to numerous articles (see list below) through NACE. Please stop by the CDC if you'd like to learn more.

Preemployment
Employers Use Preemployment Test as Hiring Tool

Employers Ask New Hires to Sign Preemployment Agreements

Preemployment Drug Testing Is Still Relevant After Start Date

Preemployment Inquiries - Disability (Legal and Illegal questions)

Credit
Credit Checks Subject to Fair Credit and Reporting Acts

Drug/Alcohol
Employers Must Ensure Drug Tests Done in Professional Manner

Medical
Genetic Discrimination in the Workplace

Medical Exam Results are Confidential

Medical History Inquiries Prohibited

Privacy and Medical Exams

Senate Votes to Prohibit Genetic Discrimination

Psychological
Do Assessment Tests Predict Behavior?


Drug Testing And Other Possible Conditions Of Employment - CollegeGrad.com (an interesting article directed to college students)