Graduate zStack Sales Specialist Review
at IBM
Graduate Scheme
Sales
Hursey
Review Submitted: August 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of the Role
5/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at IBM?
Very good, training and support was top tier.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Client engagements, being on sales plan, presenting to senior leadership
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
Massively, being on sales plan helps you contribute to your teams target. I was also able to mentor others
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
Massively. They compensate us well.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
I have gone on to my full time role and I feel very prepared
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
New courses and new experiences were very common. was hands on, and I learned a lot of new skills
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
Very good level of support, depending on how much you need. They are very flexible to meet everyones needs
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Great, I can WFH when I need, and I get good balance when i need. I like to work longer hours though, since I enjoy the role
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
Perfect, the people I work with are great
How would you rate IBM initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
Perfect
How would you rate IBM CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Very good, lots of opportunity to get involved too
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Can't fault working here. Big changes happen in the organization but that is to be expected. Thats the only downside. But you are supported by management all the way
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
Exceeded expectations financially and experience wise. I learnt more than expected
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to IBM?
show real product interest, and learn the IBM portfolio. This will make you stand out
