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THE WORLD'S PREMIER AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM
Picture your life here...
Take a look behind the scenes to see the energy and collaboration that drives our museum everyday
our guiding principles
connect
At the heart of any great Museum are its people. We build meaningful connections with our history, our visitors and each other.
explore
We are a space of discovery. We encourage curiosity, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to try something different. Working here means constantly learning, evolving and finding creative ways to tell our stories.
open mind
Excellence thrives with diverse perspectives. We approach every challenge, idea, and conversation with an open mind. We listen first, we value different viewpoints, and we know that our best breakthroughs happen when we challenge the status quo together.
communication
We keep it real. We are clear, honest, and respectful when we communicate. We share information openly, give constructive feedback generously, and ensure everyone has the clarity they need to do their best work.
belonging
The Petersen is a globally recognized destination, and we want our team to reflect the same vibrance and variety as the people who walk through our doors. True excellence thrives in an environment where everyone belongs. Here at the Petersen we fully value diversity in every way, we actively champion a welcoming environment based on collaboration, respect, and inclusion.
departments
These are the departments that help accomplish everything we do at the Petersen
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how we hire
At The Petersen, we use AI as an assistant, not a gatekeeper. We lean on technology to handle scheduling and help us sort through applications, but we never use AI to select who we interview. A human being is at the center of every step of our recruiting process, and real people make 100% of our hiring decisions.
1. Submit application
Apply directly by clicking on our Open Roles tab.
2. Connect with Recruiter
If your resume looks like a fit, a recruiter will reach out for a quick screening. If that goes well, we’ll schedule your first official interview!
3. First Interview
This is typically in person, though occasionally hosted virtually.
4. next steps
If your first interview goes well, you will be invited for a final interview. Depending on the role, there may be additional interviews so you can meet with department heads and other team members.
5. Professional References
If we are considering moving forward with an offer, we will request professional references from you.
6. offer
If it’s a mutual match, we make it official and send you an offer!
A sneak peak into a few of the benefits we offer
401k Matching
LA Metro Transportation
Personal and Professional Development
Robust medical and dental plans
100% Company Paid Vision Insurance
and more!
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frequently asked questions
We respect your time and try our best to keep our process efficient. Typically, we start with an initial screening. If there's a mutual fit, that leads to deeper conversations or an interview at our office. We aim to limit the process to a maximum of 3 interview rounds. However, there are some unique circumstances that may be outside of this expectation.
We often have many candidates to interview and cannot give everyone feedback; however, if you have been invited to our offices and made it to the final stages, you will be offered a 15 minute call to go over feedback upon request.
After each conversation, our team syncs up to review. You can expect an update from us within a few business days regarding whether we will be moving forward to the next step, or if we’ve decided to go in a different direction for this specific role. If there is a delay you will be notified and provided with clear next steps and timelines.
Yes, when a candidate reaches the final stages prior to an offer we will ask for references, ideally including former direct managers and colleagues. We will always ask for your explicit permission before contacting anyone.
We are genuinely interested in learning about you, how you think, your career stages, your aspirations, your approach to problem-solving, and what motivates you. Come as your true self.
Below are a few tips to help you prepare:
- Review our mission: Take some time to explore what we do and think about how your unique skills align with our goals.
- Know the role: Review the job description thoroughly and come ready for an open, engaging conversation about the position and your background.
- Bring your questions: An interview is a two-way street. We want to ensure this role is the right next step for your career, just as much as you want to ensure we are the right company for you.
On average, our process takes about 2 to 4 weeks from the initial call to a final decision. We do our best to keep things moving swiftly out of respect for your time. If there are any unexpected internal delays, we will proactively reach out to keep you informed. Our hiring team works hard to ensure we remain in close contact with you once interviews have been initiated so you always know what the next steps are.