i got a new job recently and have access to my team’s shared file, where i saw hiring information including my application material and a background check. i looked at it and found they didn’t contact any of the references i provided but just googled me and had links and info on everything about me they found (i have a unique name)
i kind of expected that these things happened in the hiring process but it’s weird to see. they even felt the need to include my grandfather’s obituary in my “bio” like i don’t really see how that’s relevant but ok!!! guess it’s public info now!