Application of Employment 

I certify the information contained in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. Any misrepresentation or omissions of any fact in this Application or that I have otherwise provided during the application and hiring process can be justification for Lycos Inc. (Company) to refuse employment or, if employed, grounds for my termination no matter when discovered by the Company.

I understand any employment is conditioned on a background check. I authorize the Company to investigate all statements contained in my application, resume, related papers, or oral interviews.  I authorize my former employers and references to disclose information regarding my former employment, character and general reputation, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure, In addition, I release the Company, any former employers and all references listed in the application from any and all claims, demands or liabilities arising out or related to such investigations or disclosure.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act requires the Company notify you as part of its employment procedure that the Company may investigate your previous employment, credit record and driver’s license record.  I understand that I have the right to make a written inquiry within a reasonable amount of time to receive additional detailed information about the nature and scope of this investigation.

If I am offered employment, with such offer conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen and/or physical examination, I agree to undergo said drug screen and/or physical examination to determine if I meet the standards required of the position applied for.  In addition, I expressly authorize any physician, hospital or other institution to release any medical records of information with respect to my physical status, either concurrent with or subsequent to, my employment with the Company, in the event such medical records or information are related to any claim made against the Company. I understand that should I decline to sign this consent or decline to take any of the above tests, the Company may reject my Application or terminate my employment.

If I am offered employment I agree to submit to a medical examination and/or drug/alcohol test before starting work. If employed, I also agree to submit to a medical examination and/or drug/alcohol test at any time deemed appropriate by the Company and as permitted by law. I consent to such examination and tests, and I request that the examining doctor disclose to the Company the results of the examination, which results shall remain confidential and segregated from my personnel file. I understand my employment or continued employment, to the extent permitted by law, is contingent upon satisfactory medical examination and drug test, and I am hired a condition of employment will be that I abide by the Company’s Drug and Alcohol Policy.

I understand if I am hired, the Company is an employer at-will and my employment may be terminated with or without cause or notice, at any time, at the option of either the Company or myself. I further understand that if an offer of employment is made; such offer may be withdrawn, with or without prior notice, at any time, at the option of either the Company or me.  In addition, if I am employed, I understand that the Company can change wages, benefits, rules, regulations and the conditions of my employment at any time without prior notice to me.

If hired, I agree to comply with all rules, policies, procedures and regulations of the Company.

We appreciate your interest in applying for employment with us.  We believe every individual should be treated fairly, equitably and with dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, or because of past, current or future military obligations or status in any group   protected by local, state or federal law.