The internet is a virtual goldmine of free tools and websites that can help you successfully research your potential employer. Sites like Manta provide in-depth and detailed reports for free (only a quick registration is required). In addition, they provide premium reports (for a fee) for the truly information-hungry. Search engines can also be a great tool — especially if you’re having trouble finding a particular company’s website. You can also try a “blog search” (like Google’s) to see what others have to say about the company in question.

