Grace Suh, VP, Education, Corporate Social Responsibility
IBM Corporation
Advice for Processor Career Seekers:
- Surround yourself with mentors and role models
- There are many opportunities today in tech field because it is changing so rapidly, and therefore it is important to have a background in technology for any career
- Look to emerging fields like Cloud, AI, cybersecurity, block chain, green jobs, and climate change
- It’s important to have the tech skills but also to develop professional skills such as, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Remain agile and willing to adapt, be bold and brave and authentic and open to diversity and a variety of perspectives
Free Digital Learning on the Tech and Professional Skills of Tomorrow
https://www.ibm.org/initiatives/p-tech
Academics and Technology skills are critical
Important to have critical thinking and problem-solving skills