Deadline:
February 21, 2025
Location(s)
France Italy United Kingdom United States of America Worldwide
Overview
IBM Z powers ATM cards, credit cards, airline reservations, hotel reservations, retail shopping & so much more!
Now, it's your chance to learn all things IBM Z and become a student leader through the IBM Z Student Ambassador program.
Details
Join the IBM Z Student Ambassador initiative and be part of an elite leadership program tailored for both your personal growth and professional advancement. As a pioneering figure in your university and community, you'll have the opportunity to:
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Achieve mainframe technology certification.
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Forge connections with industry experts and like-minded peers.
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Develop essential leadership competencies.
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Engage with top-tier companies seeking IBM Z expertise.
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Be the face of IBM Z within your educational institution.
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Elevate your university's presence on both national and global platforms.
Ideal for students pursuing computer science or allied technical domains, this program empowers you to champion IBM Z's cutting-edge mainframe solutions on your campus. Beyond just technical prowess, you'll be promoting unique opportunities, spearheading events, workshops, and even initiating an IBM Z club. The program doesn't just hone your technical acumen but enriches your overall persona, making you a sought-after professional. In today's competitive landscape, companies are on the lookout for candidates who blend technical know-how with stellar interpersonal and organizational capabilities.
The IBM Z Student Ambassador Program, Class of 2024-25 application process (the “Application”) opens in June 2024, with various intake periods until March 2025.
The main Program runs from September 2, 2024 - May 31, 2025. There is also a summer session for ambassadors continuing from the previous year that runs from June to August 2024.
There are three admission periods: 1. Summer: for applications to 19 July 2024; 2. Fall: for applications to 18 October 2024; 3. Winter: for applications to 21 February 2025. (Manager reserves the right to make amendments to application periods as required.)
All accepted applicants must (1) attend one onboarding session and (2) complete the IBM Z Xplore Concepts Badge within two weeks of provisional acceptance into the program in order to be official IBM Z Student Ambassadors and take part in the program.
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Description of Ideal Candidate
Eligibility
To become an IBM Z Student Ambassador, it's essential to complete the Concepts badge on the IBM Z Xplore platform within the initial two weeks. This badge offers in-depth training on mainframe technology basics and fundamentals. We recommend kickstarting this training immediately.
The Program is open for applicants who meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Current students of university or college. Apprenticeship programs not attached to a University or college are not eligible.
- Aged 18 years or older
- Must be registered on IBM Z Xplore platform
- Have an intermediate level of English
- Submit a complete Program application form by October 20, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT).
- Be registered on the IBM Z Xplore platform Note: all successful applicants will have to complete the IBM Z Xplore Concepts Badge within two weeks of acceptance.
- Be residents of the following countries: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Peru, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, USA (including US territories), Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Dates
Deadline: February 21, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
What we provide
- Access to gain IBM Z certified technical credentials
- Exposure to IBM Z clients for career development opportunities
- Personal branding and networking opportunities
- Featured space for reflections, articles and videos for greater visibility and exposure
- Support to develop campus initiatives including creating events
- Exclusive access to Your Big Year personal and professional development curriculum
- Special Z Ambassador prizes for top performers
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Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
