"I was wrong about IBM. You can get into the mainstream here with a liberal arts degree."
"I used to think IBM was a place for engineers, scientists, and machines.
"But not for liberal arts graduates. And definitely not for American History majors, like me. (This is John Robohm, an IBM Marketing Representative specializing in banking.)
"Then I talked with an IBM interviewer. He explained that much of the work at IBM is solving problems. So if you have a logical mind,you could go into areas like programming or marketing.Both of which are in the heart of IBM's business.
"My job is helping banks use computers. Which isn't nearly as technical as it sounds. You deal with people a lot more than with machines.
"At first, the idea of sales appalled me. You know, you think of Willy Loman and so on. But marketing at IBM is entirely different. You're a problem solver. You have to come up with new solutions for every customer."
"I guess that's what makes the job so interesting. That and the level of people you deal with.I usually work directly with the president of the bank. You get a lot of responsibility in this job very soon after you start.And if you're good,your income goes along with it."
What John says covers only part of the IBM story. For more facts, visit your campus placement office. Or send an outline of your career interests and educational background to I. C. Pfeiffer, IBM Corporation, Dept. C, 100 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606. We're an equal opportunity employer.
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