To ensure you aren't solely playing the numbers game, they want to ensure you've earned this opportunity by performing your research on their company culture, their principles, and core values. That includes combing through Allstate's company website, exploring what current and previous employees are saying about what the experience of working for them is like, reading up on customer reviews, and speaking to those you know who work for the company. You could go even further and see if there are any recent interviews with their company executives or any recent media coverage about the company. That will display to the interviewer that you are engaged and invested in this opportunity.

For example, the following is from their website pages: "The words we live by... As the Good Hands... We empower customers with protection to help them achieve their hopes and dreams. We provide affordable, simple and connected protection solutions. We create opportunity for our team, economic value for our shareholders and improve communities. Build your career here. At Allstate, we work hard to help people live a good life every day. Allstaters are dedicated to serving clients, customers, and communities, which allows employees to find meaning and value in their work. Allstate offers an environment that fosters innovative thinking where you'll be able to explore your ideas and feel proud of the work you do. Allstate helps protect nearly 16 million households with auto, home, life, and retirement products. We want every professional connected to Allstate to be committed to giving our customers the best and that means finding the best talent. We want you to be our next great addition. It's easy to search and apply for a new opportunity with Allstate. Simply use the links below to identify the openings that interest you."