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At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. To lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems.

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

IBM is a global Technology and Consulting company that has been a leader in innovation for over 100 years. The company's mission is to help its clients succeed in a rapidly changing the world by bringing together unique combinations of domain expertise, creativity, and technology to build and implement innovative solutions.

With operations in more than 170 countries this boasts a thriving global workforce where IBMers have an enormous support network and the opportunity to work for leaders who reward diverse thinking and bold ideas. Our opportunities for early professionals provide everything for individuals to build a successful career and grow both professionally and personally.

What makes IBM Unique

Our people are what make us unique. Every individual from around the world with a quest for knowledge has a voice to add to our story.

At IBM, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We live out our values in every aspect of our business, and we're proud of the way our employees bring them to life. Throughout the history of IBM, the way we live out our values has been woven into each part of our business. We embody our values through dedication to every client's success, innovation that matters- for our company and for the world. While having trust and personal responsibility in all relationships.

When you join IBM, you join a culture of openness, collaboration and trust. You join a team of IBMers who are bringing change into the world- helping cure diseases, clean our oceans and make technology work for good!

Wonder if IBM is the one for you?

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment every day, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions every day is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

IBM has a competitive benefits program designed to support employees and their families across all dimensions of health: physical, mental, social and financial.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays.
• Medical
• Pension
• Plus, many more benefits that you can select

IBM is committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Training is provided to support and encourage every employee to be an upstander through inclusive behaviors. IBM has consistently upheld the value of "respect for the individual" by advocating for employment practices that prioritise ability over identity, thereby making work more accessible for all. Through various programs, IBM empowers employees to express their authentic selves and contributes to a diverse workforce that generates innovative ideas.

Empowering employees to express their authentic selves, allowing them to bring their whole selves to work and contributing to a diverse workforce that generates innovative ideas.

IBM is committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of its candidates and employees. The company offers a range of resources and initiatives to promote mental health awareness and provide support to all individuals.

At IBM, you will have the opportunity to receive support from industry experts, enabling you to grow both personally and professionally. By joining the IBM community, you will expand your professional network and collaborate with IBMers across the world. You will gain access to invaluable experiences and opportunities, allowing you to explore different areas of the business and take on extra-curricular roles to further enrich your skillset and personal growth.

As an early professional at IBM, you will join a company that is committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment. IBM's dedication to ethical practices and its recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere demonstrate its commitment to balancing financial performance with social responsibility.

By working at IBM, you will contribute to the company's mission of creating a lasting, positive impact on the world in business ethics, the environment, and communities. Your involvement in IBM's sustainability initiatives will allow you to make a difference globally, as the company strives to address critical challenges such as climate change, resource conservation, and social equity.

IBM's Granite LLM (Large Language Model) is now available through the Generative AI Hub in SAP AI Core, enabling users to access its capabilities and create more advanced AI models. This integration will enhance the development of AI-powered applications and drive innovation in various industries

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. The recruitment process is designed to champion inclusion, advocacy, and equity, ensuring that the company hires the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Here is our recruitment process, step by step:

1. When you find a role that interests you, the first step is to complete your application online. To help us stay connected, we recommend that you join our talent network when applying.
2. Real IBMers in the Early Professional Team, who are experts in screening resumes and specialists in their respective fields, will read your application.
3. We might ask you to complete some of our online assessments.
4. If successful you will be invited to a virtual assessment centre
5. If successful on your assessment centre, you will be requested to attend individual business interviews
6. A decision or offer will then be made

Intern Scheme (3-month and placement)

We are looking for talented, ambitious, and forward-thinking individuals from a wide range of academic backgrounds to work with the latest technologies and collaborate with team members. Our placements and internships offer the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, real-world work environment, where you'll have the chance to work on exciting projects and develop your skills.

There are several placement and internship opportunities available, including 12-month or 3-month placements for undergraduates. Roles available include Business, Technical and Design Roles available across Consulting, Technology, Finance, HR, Marketing and Software Development!

IBM provides a comprehensive package for career success including support, training and development and a salary of £22,500. You must be on track for a 2:1 and the internship must take place in your penultimate year of university.

Graduate Scheme

We're excited to connect with highly motivated and talented graduates who are interested in exploring opportunities to join our IBM team in a variety of roles. Whether you're interested in AI, data science, sales, customer success, working with our Ecosystem partners or other areas, we have a range of opportunities for you to kick-start your career. As a graduate at IBM, you'll be part of a dynamic team that designs, develops, and implements cutting-edge solutions for our clients, while also driving business growth and innovation.

The Graduate scheme is a 2-year permanent opportunity designed for graduates from any degree discipline who have achieved a 2:1 or higher. This comprehensive scheme offers tailored role-specific training, equipping graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their chosen field. Technology graduates will attend a 6-week Welcome to IBM Sales and Global Sales School, while all graduates will receive a starting salary of £34,000 (with additional sales plans for different roles).

The programme includes foundation training courses in various soft skills and personal development areas, as well as opportunities to travel to clients and work in the office. IBM's Graduate Scheme has been recognized as the Leading Graduate Program for six consecutive years, earning the title of targetjobs Graduate Employer of the Year.

This blog post provides valuable insights and tips directly from IBM recruiters, offering guidance on navigating the job application process and making a strong impression.