When you're looking for a job, these are the five most important things that you need to know about any company.

1. Business (What they do)

Find out what the company actually does, their competitive advantage and what types of projects and opportunities you could find yourself working on.

2. Culture (How they work)

Find out what it's like to work in the company, what's on offer, how progressive their employment initiatives are, what employees say, and what's in it for you.

3. Diversity (Open-mindedness)

Find out if their employee base reflects the real world, if different perspectives and backgrounds are valued, and how open-minded and vibrant the company is.

4. Technology (How connected they are)

Find out if the company has good technology, processes and networks to tap you into the information and people as needed.

5. Giving back (Responsibility)

Find out how socially and environmentally friendly the company is and how they give something back to the world