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New Employee First Week

A checklist for new employees to complete during their first week on the job.

OfficialHROnboardingEmployees

Welcome to the team, {{name}}!

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We're excited to have you! Complete these items during your first week to get set up and oriented.

  • Complete your HR paperwork
    Fill out and submit any outstanding forms (tax forms, emergency contacts, direct deposit, etc.).Required
  • Set up your accounts
    Log in to your email, Slack, and any other tools. Set a strong password and enable 2FA where required.Required
  • Read the employee handbook
    Review the handbook to understand company policies, benefits, and expectations.Required
  • Complete security training
    Finish any required security or compliance training modules.Required
  • Set up your hardware
    Get your laptop, monitor, and any other equipment configured. Reach out to IT if you need help.Required
  • Update your profile
    Add a photo and fill out your profile in Slack, email, and any internal directories.
  • Introduce yourself to your team
    Say hello to your teammates—send a message in Slack or schedule quick intro chats.Required
  • Have your first 1:1 with your manager
    Meet with your manager to discuss expectations, goals, and how you'll work together.Required
  • Connect with your onboarding buddy
    Reach out to your assigned buddy for any questions about how things work around here.
  • Review team documentation
    Read through team wikis, project docs, or shared folders to understand current work.Required
  • Set up your calendar
    Add recurring meetings, block focus time, and set your working hours.
  • Write down your questions
    Jot down anything you're unsure about so you can ask your manager or buddy.
  • Confirm your first task or project
    Align with your manager on what you'll work on first and what success looks like.Required
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