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IBM CAREER COACHING SCHEME
Mentoring for our disabled or neurodivergent students.
The IBM coaching scheme is designed to provide you with valuable insight into a career area that interests you. As an undergraduate who identifies as disabled or neurodivergent, you have the opportunity to develop your confidence and key skills to prepare you for your graduate career, regardless of your degree discipline.
There is no other company like IBM, and there is no business professional like the 'IBMer' who are experts in technical and business fields. IBM creates advanced technology to change how clients work. And through them, 'IBMers' change how the world works.
What is the IBM Coaching Scheme?
The IBM Coaching Scheme provides a minimum of 5x 1-to-1 sessions with a professional mentor from IBM. Sessions are held between December and May with the option of having in-person or virtual meetings.
By taking part, you'll receive:
- Your Personal IBM Coach: You'll be matched with an experienced IBM professional who gets it, and can offer invaluable insights and real, practical advice.
- Boost Your Skills: Through one-on-one coaching sessions and group workshops, you'll develop key skills to boost your employability.
- Build Your Network: Connect with IBM professionals and fellow students, building relationships that could shape your career.
- Tailored Support: Whether you need career advice, interview tips, or insights into the industry, your coach is there to help.
- Flexible Options: Choose in-person or virtual coaching sessions to fit your schedule and comfort level.
Applications are open
Places are limited and this is a competitive process, completion of the application does not guarantee you a position.
Please note the closing date for applications is Sunday 9 November at midnight - applications will not be considered after this date.
The scheme will run from December 2025 to May 2026.
Apply for the IBM Career Coaching Scheme
Quotes from previous IBM Career Coaching Scheme participants
- "It gave me valuable insight and information about the industry”
- “There was an excellent understanding between us and we were able to develop an open and honest mentoring relationship. My mentor understood the pace that best suited me and I have found the scheme very beneficial in terms of the knowledge and growth I have acquired since then”
- “As we were well matched we could talk about a lot more than I had originally planned. I feel I have gotten much more out of the programme”
- “My mentor asked me what I wanted to learn and what experiences I was expecting to gain, I’m pleased to say all of my expectations were met”
- “They were very supportive and understanding”
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