✅ Employee Onboarding Checklist

This checklist helps new team members get started quickly and smoothly. Follow each step to ensure you have all the tools, access, and information you need for a successful start at [Company Name].

📅 First Day

•  Meet your manager and team
•  Review the Company Policies & HR section
•  Set up your computer and email
•  Log in to Microsoft Teams/Slack
•  Access the Company Wiki

🛠️ IT Setup

•  Install all required software
•  Set up multi-factor authentication
•  Connect to the company VPN (if applicable)
•  Test access to shared drives and tools

📚 Required Reading

•  Read the Code of Conduct
•  Review the Remote Work Guidelines
•  Understand the Vacation Policy
•  Learn the Expense Policy
•  Review department-specific procedures

🗣️ Meet & Greet

•  Schedule intro meetings with key teammates
•  Join welcome lunch/coffee chat (virtual or in-person)
•  Meet your onboarding buddy/mentor

💬 Communication

•  Join all relevant Teams/Slack channels
•  Set up your profile and status
•  Review guidelines for chat, meetings, and email

🎯 First Week Goals

•  Complete mandatory training modules
•  Schedule 1:1 with your manager
•  Set initial goals and expectations
•  Ask questions—no question is too small!