Introduction
IBM Accelerate is an unpaid, virtual learning experience that offers high potential undergraduate students the opportunity to become equipped with the knowledge and career readiness they need for future consideration for opportunities within the technology industry.
You will be aligned to one of the six core tracks based on your major, skills and interests. The application will ask you to rank your top two track preferences, so please familiarize yourself with each track prior to applying.
If you are accepted into the program, you are committing to attend the Accelerate sessions for three hours per week: Mondays 7-8 PM ET and Wednesdays 6-8 PM ET between June 6th – August 1st, 2022. Attendance is tracked and required to receive an IBM badge at the end of the program.
Participants who complete the program may be considered for IBM internship opportunities. Please note, IBM does not provide visa sponsorship for internship positions now or in the future. Participation does not imply current employment nor guarantee future employment with IBM.
The deadline to apply is February 28th, 2022.
Elgibility
At IBM, we are seeking those who are striving to build a better future. This is where your drive meets vision. Putting your time and development first, this program is designed to put you in the driver's seat of your career allowing you to focus on what you are truly passionate about while providing exposure to the foundational skills required for career success.
- This program is open to all first and second-year undergraduate students. All candidates who meet the above criteria may apply. We especially encourage applications from individuals currently underrepresented in the STEM and technology field, including Black, Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanics/Latinxs.
- Participants must supply their own computer/laptop with internet access for use throughout the program.
- Participants must be enrolled in a post-secondary education institute (i.e. college or university)
- Participation is open to all majors and areas of study, although participants are encouraged to have an interest in STEM and technology.
https://www.ibm.com/employment/accelerate/
Applicants will be able to rank the areas they are interested in participating in from the following tracks: Design, Marketing and Communications, Software Developer, Hardware Developer, Seller, and Client Services/Consulting. This unpaid learning program will run from June 6th, 2022 to August 1st, 2022 and is led by subject matter experts at IBM. All sessions will be delivered three-hours a week, virtually, in the evening.
Highlighted Dates and Upcoming Events:
- 2022 Accelerate Program Application (Space is limited and deadline is February 28th): APPLY NOW
- Coffee Chats starting January 20th: SIGN-UP HERE
- 15 minutes 1:1 chats with a member of our talent team to learn more about the program and answer questions.
- Accelerate Informational Event
- Save the Date! On Wednesday, February 16th from 5pm-6:30pm EST, we will host a virtual program showcase to share program details and allow you to connect 1:1 with IBMers! This live event will feature words of advice from IBM's Accelerate Program Manager, a candid panel discussion with prior IBM Accelerate participants, and an opportunity for you to network with IBMers from each track who are eager to help you grow professionally! REGISTER HERE