About the Employer
IBM (International Business Machines) is a global technology company that provides a wide range of hardware, software and cloud-based services. Founded in 1911, IBM remains a major player in the tech industry. The company found its start in hardware and shifted to software and services over the decades. Today, IBM is a leader in cloud-based services and cognitive computing, with Watson (a self-learning AI) as the company’s most prominent offering. With over 300000 employees worldwide, IBM continues to “be essential” by changing itself to meet the changing needs of the world.
Quick facts:
- Headquartered in Armonk, New York
- Led by CEO Ginni Rometty
- Top 20 in the world’s most valuable brands
- One of Canada’s top co-op employers; over 500 students are onboarded every semester
- In 2011, Watson outplayed two of Jeapordy’s greatest champions to win first place of $1 million
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