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TSsmellmyfinger
post Feb 15 2016, 10:46 PM, updated 10y ago

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Hello,

Anyone working in IBM here?

Is it good working at IBM? People make jokes like "don't join IBM" or "good luck" is it for real?
Something wrong with IBM?

I'm just looking at a junior position at Plaza IBM, but the vague feedback from people is worrying.
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post Feb 16 2016, 12:24 AM

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QUOTE(smellmyfinger @ Feb 15 2016, 10:46 PM)
Hello,

Anyone working in IBM here?

Is it good working at IBM? People make jokes like "don't join IBM" or "good luck" is it for real?
Something wrong with IBM?

I'm just looking at a junior position at Plaza IBM, but the vague feedback from people is worrying.
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You get the offer?
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post Feb 16 2016, 12:42 AM

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QUOTE(smellmyfinger @ Feb 15 2016, 10:46 PM)
Hello,

Anyone working in IBM here?

Is it good working at IBM? People make jokes like "don't join IBM" or "good luck" is it for real?
Something wrong with IBM?

I'm just looking at a junior position at Plaza IBM, but the vague feedback from people is worrying.
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Don't listen to those people.

If you can join IBM, you are lucky.



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post Feb 16 2016, 09:45 AM

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just go bro, a good start why listen to others when its you that decides what you want in life

hyroxy
post Feb 16 2016, 09:50 AM

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go sajala, why must you bother worried about what people think and talked?? you is the person that do the work, not them..
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post Feb 16 2016, 10:18 AM

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QUOTE(smellmyfinger @ Feb 15 2016, 10:46 PM)
Hello,

Anyone working in IBM here?

Is it good working at IBM? People make jokes like "don't join IBM" or "good luck" is it for real?
Something wrong with IBM?

I'm just looking at a junior position at Plaza IBM, but the vague feedback from people is worrying.
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I was lucky enough to explore the IBM environment for approximately 2 months. And I knew what was going on in IBM. Yup, IBM was a shared service center which incorporates the business around the world. Based on the large scope that is handled by IBM Malaysia, the work hour is tough sometimes. OT is unavoidable, sometimes it may work for whole day and night depends on the nature and volume of job.
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post Feb 16 2016, 11:46 AM

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at these tough economic times, getting a job in a mnc is considered good.
if you have the offer, do go for it!
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post Feb 16 2016, 05:12 PM

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QUOTE(smellmyfinger @ Feb 15 2016, 10:46 PM)
Hello,

Anyone working in IBM here?

Is it good working at IBM? People make jokes like "don't join IBM" or "good luck" is it for real?
Something wrong with IBM?

I'm just looking at a junior position at Plaza IBM, but the vague feedback from people is worrying.
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Depending on what you're looking for and what you're expecting out from the position you're seeking. Some positions are real tough/mundane, etc..
ZZMsia
post Feb 16 2016, 05:55 PM

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IBM good to work.. But for increment good luck to you....
TSsmellmyfinger
post Feb 16 2016, 09:37 PM

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Thanks for replies.
Seems like not too bad.
grimscourge
post Feb 17 2016, 10:58 AM

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Am currently working in IBM and what I enjoy the most would be the
1. Flexibility - If I work late last night, I'll probably go into office later than usual the next day; Work from home. (This would have to be discussed with your manager)
2. Role Change - Change to a different role/position around every 2 years so you can break routine and learn new things
3. Global exposure - Can deal with people from different countries and seniority; It's interesting to see how they sometimes view things differently from us.

Depending on which department you're in , culture might differ a bit.
Fresh grad pay wise, I wouldn't say its that great or that bad as well if I compare with other companies outside.
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post Feb 17 2016, 11:42 AM

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QUOTE(grimscourge @ Feb 17 2016, 10:58 AM)
Am currently working in IBM and what I enjoy the most would be the
1. Flexibility - If I work late last night, I'll probably go into office later than usual the next day; Work from home. (This would have to be discussed with your manager)
2. Role Change - Change to a different role/position around every 2 years so you can break routine and learn new things
3. Global exposure - Can deal with people from different countries and seniority; It's interesting to see how they sometimes view things differently from us.

Depending on which department you're in , culture might differ a bit.
Fresh grad pay wise, I wouldn't say its that great or that bad as well if I compare with other companies outside.
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Is it all it-related jobs?
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post Feb 17 2016, 11:47 AM

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QUOTE(adamhzm90 @ Feb 17 2016, 11:42 AM)
Is it all it-related jobs?
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Not necessary if you're located at Plaza IBM. But outside plaza, most positions are IT related and technical.
Cadence Shen
post Feb 19 2016, 02:44 PM

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QUOTE(ZZMsia @ Feb 16 2016, 05:55 PM)
IBM good to work.. But for increment good luck to you....
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May i know how much for the increment?

because planning to join IBM.

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post Feb 19 2016, 03:56 PM

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QUOTE(Cadence Shen @ Feb 19 2016, 02:44 PM)
May i know how much for the increment?

because planning to join IBM.

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Can I know what is your applied position?

Cadence Shen
post Feb 19 2016, 08:17 PM

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QUOTE(SFF @ Feb 19 2016, 03:56 PM)
Can I know what is your applied position?
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I have not applied yet. because IBM have two branch right? one utama and cyberjaya.

just planning to apply~

why? any good position to recommend? hehehehe....
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post Feb 21 2016, 04:01 PM

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QUOTE(Cadence Shen @ Feb 19 2016, 08:17 PM)
I have not applied yet. because IBM have two branch right? one utama and cyberjaya.

just planning to apply~

why? any good position to recommend? hehehehe....
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Just apply and get interview and finally get the offer. You can decide at the end.

If you are fresh graduate, just get the experience first. Normally, after working for 5 years, you can see a big jump in your salary.
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post Feb 21 2016, 09:06 PM

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i believe ibm malaysia is in 1u and ibm shared service is based in cj.
go for ibm in 1u, the perks should be better.
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post Feb 22 2016, 04:40 PM

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im working in ibm cyberjaya. depends on what u want and archieve in ur career life.
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post Feb 22 2016, 07:39 PM

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QUOTE(Cadence Shen @ Feb 19 2016, 08:17 PM)
I have not applied yet. because IBM have two branch right? one utama and cyberjaya.

just planning to apply~

why? any good position to recommend? hehehehe....
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Actually there have 3, another will be located at First Avenue

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