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IBM is okay as a starting point

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at IBM for less than 1 year
May 23, 2010
Guadalajara, Jalisco
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNo CEO Opinion
Pros

IBM at Guadalajara has several areas. It depends with which area you are working. The good thing is that you have secure work: It's really, really hard to get fired.

We have:

  • 12 free days/year
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Food vouchers/month
  • Paid vacations

It depends, but it's possible to travel abroad for training. It's easy to get hired if you're a new grad (as a contractor).

Cons

IBM takes your life. Several of my friends and I work more than 8 hours per day, averaging 10 to 12 hours per day. IBM does not pay you for that time.

Also, IBM is pretty demanding, and your monetary compensation is not as good as at other companies in the area. The high elitism is incredible, and sometimes it's difficult to get the information you need. Also, there are some people who don't like to share their knowledge. Too much bureaucracy.

If you're a new grad, you will start as a contractor. You will need about 2 years to get hired as a "regular" employee (my case).

Advice to Management

You too are people. You were not "created by IBM". Help your employees to succeed.

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