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Application Advice:
Make sure you understand what we do and why we do it.
Interview Advice:
Make sure you understand what we do and why we do it.
Recruitment Consultant, Recruitment at IBMRead the full review »
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Make sure you have a detailed knowledge of the company, including its history and its values.
Technical Sales Specialist, Continuous Engineering at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Highlight technical and communication skills, pro-activity.
Interview Advice:
Be kind and polite, ensure you are involving others and moderating egos in group activities. Know what IBM does, or at least what the part you're applying to does.
Business Analyst/Developer, FSS at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Spend time and do not rush, get friends, parents etc to look over your application, focus on the competencies and give good examples.
Interview Advice:
Be yourself, prepare
Client Technical Professional, IBM Analytics at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Sell yourself as keen to learn, not know-it-all
Don't jazz up the sentence, write clean and clear
Interview Advice:
Be yourself
Be calm
Sell yourself as keen to learn, not know-it-all
Confidence, Confidence, Confidence
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Application Advice:
Make sure you use career services at universities / schools. They will be able to help you get your CV/Application in tip top condition.
Interview Advice:
Make sure you learn about IBM's history. There are plenty of good youtube videos which cover history and what we're doing now.
Consultant, GBS iX at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be aware that applications into the GBS business unit will place you in a consulting type role no matter what title they give the job.
Interview Advice:
Nothing specific just be yourself and enjoy the ride.
Database/Java Developer, Secure Service Delivery at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Focus on growth initiatives for the company, areas they are looking to develop
Interview Advice:
Make them want to work with you
Business Consultant, Financial Services at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Relax, think logically, and when you get through be prepared to job hunt for your first role - otherwise you'll be placed onto something you may not want to do!
Interview Advice:
Know the share price!
Customer Experience Consultant, IBM Interactive Experience at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be yourself in the assessment centre, and spend time researching IBM's products, services, divisions, and campaigns (i.e. Watson/Smarter Planet)
Event Coordinator, Technical Solutions Centre at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
IBM does not require you to know everything or to be a technical guru, as long as you have the right skills that match what IBM needs, you can be successful in the process.
Be honest and show your strongest skills, presenting them well via real life examples.
Any experience is good experience that helps you learn, do not underestimate any experience via uni jobs or any voluntary activities.
Interview Advice:
Be honest and specific. Use STAR approach to structure your answers. Practice makes perfect.
Business and Technical Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be yourself. It doesn't matter what degree you have done.
Interactive Experience Consultant, Interactive Experience at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Do not hesitate to put down any previous work-experience no matter how trivial, it may actually help you more than you think.
Interview Advice:
Try to keep it a natural conversation. Ask questions, and don't worry about being honest if something doesn't sound right.
Infrastructure Architect, Architect Team at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Do your research, be positive about yourself
Sales Specialist, ITS at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be honest on your application about what you're interested in and why you want to work for IBM.
Interview Advice:
Make sure you wear a suit - smart casual may be acceptable in certain offices after you have the job, but for the interview you should be dressed professionally.
There are questions about what you know about IBM/Why you want to work at IBM - this company has done an immense amount of work within technology over the past 100 years so don't be overcome and try to take in 'everything' - find something you think is unique to talk about and something you genuinely find interesting.
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Application Advice:
You don't have to have a degree or massive knowledge in IT systems, you have to be driven and able to work as a team. Gain a variety of experiences before you apply, being part of the team is as important as getting the grades.
Interview Advice:
Don't exaggerate your technical knowledge or you'll soon find yourself out of your depth. In the assessment centres, it's important to work as a team, don't charge in head first, work with those around you.
Software Support Team Lead, Comms at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be sure you want to work in a big company, if so do your research as to which role you would like to take on. Don't be afraid to put yourself out there
Interview Advice:
Be yourself, logic is important so do some practice and thinking round questions in a logical manner
Analytical Consultant, Analytics Consulting at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Research the company, find out information on their strategy for the future. It might sound clichéd but they do really focus on the people rather than the CV.
Interview Advice:
Remain calm and that if you have made it to the interview stage you have the necessary skills they are looking for - they are now interested to see if you are the right fit for the organisation as a person.
Graduate, Public Sector at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Just be yourself and research the company you are applying for
Commercial Manager, Commercial Team at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Need to be totally flexible in terms of travelling
IT Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Make all your examples relevant to why you would succeed in consulting
Interview Advice:
Different examples to ones used in your application!
Finance, Risk & Fraud Consultant, GBS at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be Patient - The process is very long and worrying. Currently the application process is great up until you pass the assessment centre. The wait between being selected and allocated a role is far too long and stressful so don't panic.
Be open to other roles - You may be moved across into a role you haven't considered before.
Seek help from those who have been through it or those who know about it - Friends, Family, Lecturers etc.
Interview Advice:
Be Prepared to know about IBM.
Don't worry if you don't know the exact structure as it changes so much but know the basics.
Know the strategic goals of the organisation - Growth areas etc.
Know the stock price & CEO
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Application Advice:
Make sure you demonstrate skills in the areas that IBM look for in particular in relation to our key 3 values.
Interview Advice:
Demonstrating leadership scenarios, having examples that are different to your CV. Show that you are willing to work in a team, be innovative and understand the market drivers that are affecting the way we go to market. A keen interest in technology and innovation is key.
Workforce Enablement, Marketing at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Spend a good few days writing and reviewing your application. Thoroughness comes across well, spelling mistakes are careless.
Interview Advice:
Try to relax - your interviewer is just a person like you and I, at the end of the day. They want to find out a little about who you are, your values and work ethic but they're not expecting to know your life story after 45 minutes of chatting. Just be yourself.
Technical Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Have patience, the application process is extremely slow, it took 3 months for me to get my final interview after passing the application centre.
Interview Advice:
Research the industry you are being interviewed for well, know IBM inside out, their current initiatives and what they are working on etc. Make sure you don't let nerves get the better of you so you can really show your personality.
Business Consultant, Financial Services at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Make sure to show your skills outside of education in order to stand out and show you are a more rounded person.
Interview Advice:
Have a strong knowledge and passion for the company.
Financial Consultant, Finance at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be clear and concise in your examples where you are demonstrating a particular skill
Interview Advice:
Mention areas of interest/recent news related to IBM which shows a personal interest in the company
Business & Technology Consultant, Application Design & Innovation at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
apply early and prepare well
Interview Advice:
know about IBM before the inteview
Work Stream Lead, Security at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Show a variety of examples against the competencies the company look for.
Interview Advice:
Learn about CAMSS (Cloud, analytics, mobile, social, security) - key strategy.
Sales Specialist, Commerce at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be flexible and understand where you are going to add value and what it is you would like to get out of the job as it really is what you put in you get out.
Interview Advice:
Know the company, relevant news articles. Case studies for the specific area of the business you are going for and also stories of where you have demonstrated IBM's key competencies. Most of all be yourself and feel like you belong there.
Sales Specialist, Software at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
- List out as many different skills that you can, and fully explain them
- Explain how you have shown a sense of adaptability in a work situation
- Think of real life examples when you have demonstrated the different skills
Interview Advice:
- Corporate dress
- Remember what you have written on your application form, and think of some additional real life examples
- In group assessment centres, be open and honest and include all team members
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Application Advice:
It's a long process and admin heavy. Don't be put off, it's worth it in the end!
[My start-to-offer process took 5 months ...]
Interview Advice:
At the AC: Basic questions about the company like 'Who is the CEO?', 'What services or products does IBM provide?'
At final interview: More open discussion to see how you might fit in the company. I spoke to my interviewer about our degrees as I had studied Archaeology and she had a PhD in Digital Curating.
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Application Advice:
It is not necessary to have deep technical skills, or even any technical skills, but an interest in technology and its effects on the world is an asset.
Interview Advice:
It's a cliché but be yourself. IBM is looking for not just well-rounded candidates but also well-rounded teams made up of varied people - they are not looking for a single type of person. They are looking for the ability to work well in a team and with your colleagues, to be proactive and think on your feet, among other things.
Technical Consultant, Global Services at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Don't
Consultant, Communications Sector at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Genuine interest in the company and the specific job role.
Study the brand values as demonstrating these will benefit your application
Interview Advice:
Be yourself!
Business Specialist – Project Manager, Global Technology Services at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Show a passion in Technology
Have strong presentation and communication skills
Network with IBMers before applying.
Interview Advice:
Who is the current CEO?
Current market share?
Make sure you understand what a career in consulting entails (e.g. long hours, significant travel)
Talent and Change Consulting, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Describe why you want to join this specific company and what value you can bring to them
Interview Advice:
Be yourself!
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Application Advice:
Be honest, show them who you are not just what you can do. The little interesting personal things are just as important as the work experience and education.
Interview Advice:
Show enthusiasm, the side of you that YOU are most proud of not necessarily the one that you think you should show.
Technical Consultant, GBS at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Know about what IBM do right now. Be confident and likeable, we employ people not skills.
Interview Advice:
Confidence, happy to be there, interested in the job itself.
Technical Solutions Manager, GTS at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Triple-check for spelling errors and revise your answers - there is a very challenging word limit on the application form so choose the words you use wisely!
Interview Advice:
Do your research and bring enthusiasm to interview. Academics are less important than a genuine desire to work for IBM.
Business Consultant, SAP at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Prepare and learn as much about the company before hand. Also, be yourself as they will look to align you to an area that they feel that you would be happy with.
Business Consultant, Interactive Experience at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Get people to read through it. Do not have any spelling mistakes!!!
Interview Advice:
Be confident. Don't focus on being a leader, focus on being a team player.
Marketing Specialist, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Develop your portfolio of soft skills, as IBM values what you will be able to bring to the company personally, not just through your degree.
Interview Advice:
competency based questions
Technical Consultant, GBS UK at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be honest and enthusiastic about technology.
Interview Advice:
At assessment centers, do not control the exercises or conversation but be passive and interject with relevant contributions to the conversation to progress it.
Technical Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Express an interest in Security whilst applying for another role.
Interview Advice:
Read up about IBM and their current projects
Security and Privacy Consultant, IT Risk at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Show a passion for IBM and/or technology and clearly explain why you want to work for IBM. Use varied examples including from part-time work and study, to show where you have demonstrated the competencies (team work, adaptability etc.). Quantify these were possible.
Interview Advice:
Research IBM very well - strategic initiatives, offerings, financial performance etc. Also have additional competency examples to that on your CV. Be yourself.
Infrastructure Services Specialist, Global Technology Services at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be yourself. IBM don't just hire on being a genius, they are looking for a specific type of person to work here.
Interview Advice:
If you don't know the answer just say 'I will get back to you on that' - its much better than trying to lie your way through
Financial management consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Interview Advice:
Talk about experience and practise logical problem solving
Strategic Analytics Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Write about yourself, not who you want to pretend to be
Interview Advice:
Make sure you have a genuine interest in working for the company, genuine enthusiasm and drive are greatly desired
Technology Solutions Specialist, Build Team at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be honest and provide proof for the experience highlighted in your CV
Interview Advice:
Be honest and relaxed.
Application Security Specialist, Security Unit at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
You better like technology and its technical side too
Interview Advice:
Do not underestimate the competition
Strategy Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Don't apply if you're not willing to travel. IBM UK has adopted a more European model so there's a fair chance you can find yourself working somewhere in Europe, almost certainly outside of London.
Furthermore if you know you have a specific interest in a certain thing make this known. if you're passionate about analytics, let people know, if you're big on social media, let people know. IBM has diversified its solutions recently so there is less 'Traditional consulting' and more millennial- friendly work. But if you don't tell people that's where your passions or interests lie you won't get place in a service line that suits.
Interview Advice:
Be yourself. I firmly believe IBM hire people for their personality. There are a number of factors that you are assessed on in the interview process but I'd say a collaborative, balanced and measured person who is willing to listen to others to build a better idea or solution is going to get the job 9 times out of 10 over the brass, loud, dominant applicant.
SAP Consultant, SAP at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be patient. After you've submitted your application, it will take a long time for you to hear back. And that's at every stage. It's not unknown to go three months between stages, and you won't hear much (if anything) from the HR people during this time. Don't panic, and stay positive during these long waits.
Interview Advice:
Don't try to be someone you're not. IBM have excellent people doing interviews and assessments and if they detect lies, they won't hesitate to call you out on it. Also don't assume you need to be an IT expert to work here, IBM takes people with all sorts of backgrounds, and your experience (however small) will be of benefit to us.
Technical Solutions Specialist, Big Data at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be yourself - IBM get a lot of top quality applicants on paper so they want to see what you can bring as a person to us and our clients.
Interview Advice:
Let your personality shine through at the interview stage and be fearless.
Business and Technology Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Look up on the internet
ICS Software Sales, Social Business at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be target driven
Be money driven
You do not need technical skills; you just need to be able to articulate technical information
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Application Advice:
Be honest, be yourself and come across as a real person rather than the person you want us to think you are.
Be confident and comfortable speaking publicly.
Interview Advice:
Again, be honest and be a real person.
Operational Change Manager, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Talk about team work and using your initiative
Interview Advice:
Be yourself, positive and enthusiastic. Make sure you know a bit about IBM before applying and know the share price.
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Application Advice:
Really take your time on the application, and make sure you get a final proof done before submitting. I'd also recommend having a friend read over it beforehand too. This is the only thing they look at before they decide if they want to invite you to assessment centres - you don't get a telephone interview - so make sure you reflect your best self from the offset!
Interview Advice:
Be yourself! It's the oldest trick in the book, but in this case it's definitely the best advice. IBM like to hire people, not CVs - they want to see the real you, to see that you are interested, passionate and engaged. If you worry too much beforehand, you won't project your true personality in the interview and they may not think you're right for the role, so really try to show your true colours.
Technical Sales Specialist, Software at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Ensure to link all experience to competencies listed on the application form, particularly those involving Cloud, Analytics, Mobile, Social and Security
Interview Advice:
Be honest with what you want out of the job and look to get any questions/queries resolved during the interview
Business Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be enthusiastic. Know something about IBM which really engages you. Have an array of examples of when you have demonstrated key characteristics, e.g. leaderships, initiative, team work, etc.
Interview Advice:
Why IBM and not another company? Have a specific answer as to why IBM.
Business Operations & Events Manager, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
All you need is an interest in technology, no prior knowledge of IT systems necessary, most of the consulting roles are focused more on business than technology
User Experience Consultant, Digital at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Show passion for IBMs History and current Strategy. Also bring out personality in application form.
Interview Advice:
Be yourself.
Strategic Outsourcing Business Specialist, Outsourcing and Technology Services at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be very proactive in the assessment centres but not too competitive. Teamwork is very important and this is something IBM wants to see.
Technical Consultant, Big Data and Analytics at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be honest - you need to be a suitable fit for IBM or else you won't enjoy the work. Show your passion for technology but you don't necessarily need a technical background to work here - so a good chance to try something new!
Interview Advice:
You aren't asked very obscure questions, they are mainly competency based. Don't just provide overly rehearsed answers but think about being concise, well articulated and get to the point (e.g. how did you make a difference, and quantify the benefit that lead to).
Smarter Process Technical Pre-Sales, IBM Systems Technical Pre-Sales at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Have a good number of examples ready to talk about competencies.
Interview Advice:
During team exercises make sure your contributions are heard.
Techcnical Sales Specialist, Software at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
include all relevant experience and engage in extra-curricular activities
Interview Advice:
be a confident individual but also a member of the team.
Business Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
stick to the key competencies listed on the website. think of 2-3 examples for each.
Interview Advice:
asked for examples of key competencies and enthusiasm about tech industry
Tech Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be yourself in the application. They are not looking for people who fit their mold, instead they're looking for applicants who can bring their own unique experiences and skills into the company.
Interview Advice:
Be honest, and be yourself. Rehearsed answers are not as good as the truth.
Technical Specialist, Systems Hardware at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Be concise, be confident, be well-rounded.
IBM are looking for candidates with foundations, that they can shape into a successful career.
Show how responsibility is something you take in your stride, and explain how you can adapt to the situation, as IBM is ever changing.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK ON IBM as a company.
Interview Advice:
What does IBM Stand for?
What has IBM been in the news for recently?
What is smarter planet?
What is Watson?
How have you proved before you deal with responsibility, and or adapt?
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Application Advice:
Spend some time thinking about the best answers you have for the competency questions
Interview Advice:
Be yourself, don't blend in
Strategic Analytics Consultant, Big Data and Analytics at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Lots of examples of team work and other qualities. The job you apply for isn't always the job you get. If they think you are better suited to a different position they may offer you a different job to the one you applied for.
Interview Advice:
Examples, examples, examples.
Engagement Architect, Architecture at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Research thoroughly, demonstrate passion and USPs in the application process
Interview Advice:
Understand the companies current drivers.
Account Manager, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
-Answer the questions that are being asked.
-Use one specific, detailed example to illustrate how you have demonstrated a good quality.
-Be completely honest when you review your application; if something doesn't make IBM want to employ you, it's wastin
Interview Advice:
-Think about what everybody else is likely to say, and say something different. Make yourself stand out.
-Interviewers want to get to know you and have an hour to do it. This is the absolutely critical stage, so use your time wisely. If you come across a
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Application Advice:
Look at the application well in advance - if there are any boxes you can't tick right now, what can you do to ensure you've got something to talk about when it comes to sending it off?
Write all of your text answers in MS Word (or equivalent) then paste them in to the fields. You won't lose any of your work, and it'll avoid grammatical errors.
Interview Advice:
Be clear what you're passionate about and where it fits in to IBM's goals and latest campaign(s).
What can you bring to the table?
Practice your presentation skills, and how to listen to people when working in a group.
Business Consultant, Business Analytics, Strategy & Solutions at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Things to highlight; Enthusiasm and being a 'self-starter'
Interview Advice:
Be personable and easy company as these people are assessing whether they can work with you.
Mobile Developer, IBM Studio Team at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
Make sure that you want to work within a global company with a lot of process constraints. Understand that it is like running your own business and a lot of the time it involves proving yourself through writing rather than the job you do.
Interview Advice:
Do a lot of research and just be yourself
Business Consultant, at IBMRead the full review »
Application Advice:
You need to be able to be adaptive and to stand out. You need to have done something different as IBM filter through a lot of CV's.
Interview Advice:
Be yourself
Be confident
Ask the interviewer tasking question about the company (i.e. what is the worst part about working for IBM?)
Be knowledgeable in the industry area and the companies history
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Application Advice:
IBM is not looking for a certain 'type' of person.
Don't be put off in thinking that it is just looking for computer programmers, this is far from the truth.
In consulting it is just as important to have interpersonal skills when working face to face with clients and management / organisation skills to balance multiple tasks and when working in a project team.
Ultimately, you need to be a hard working person which is reflected by your qualifications but your extra curricular skills or other life experiences is where you really demonstrate your capabilities.
Interview Advice:
Although it is best to be prepared, be yourself!
Technical Consultant, GBS at IBMRead the full review »
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Best:
The people
Worst:
Lack of understanding in terms of how to receive specific training.
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