Learn more about the many IBM's opportunities and programs available to Clark Atlanta University students
The IBM Impact at CAU
IBM provides CAU students and ViSiDeL researchers with access to various career building opportunities through their HBCU. Below is a summary of those programs and any relevant links.
Visit the SkillsBuild Landing Page to learn more.
IBM SkillsBuild Courses & Certifications
IBM offers CAU students free access to their SkillsBuild program. Students can complete short, informative courses and receive free Credly badges/certifications on different technology/engineering areas.
Below are direct links to 3 "Getting Started" courses:
Students/researchers may sign up with their cau.edu email to get started. More courses/badges are available via the SkillsBuild program
CAU IBM SkillsBuild Student Ambassadors
Reach out to the ambassadors on campus to learn more and get involved!
Jamaris McElhaney
Clark Atlanta University
Georgia Institute of Technology
James Whitfield
Clark Atlanta University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Getting Started
Follow the video below to get started with IBM SkillsBuild!
IBM SkillsBuild Student Software
Visit the link below to access/download IBM software made available to students through the SkillsBuild program
Students/researchers may sign up with their cau.edu email to use the software.
IBM Speed Mentoring Program
IBM offers a free one-on-one mentoring program where IBM employees are assigned to assist with resumes, conduct mock interviews, give advice/guidance, and more. Mentors are matched based on the student's or researcher's interests/background.
Join to meet your mentor today! Get started via the link below:
IBM Parker Dewey Paid Micro-Internships
Once SkillsBuild badges are obtained, IBM provides access to exclusive access paid micro-internships via their partnership with Parker Dewey related to those badges/credentials.
All opportunities are paid, expected hours and pay are listed alongside the company requesting the internship and a description of the project.
Sign up, build your profile, and find your internship today!:
(Add "IBM Skillsbuild HBCU" as one of your associations to view internships specific to the IBM HBCU SkillsBuild program.)
Events, Workshops, Lectures
– A monthly (every second Wednesday) 60-minute discussion and networking opportunity with industry leaders and an IBM recruiter about the latest advancements in AI, emerging technologies, and career pathways in the tech industry.
IBM College and University Light the Fire (Educators Sharing Best Practices)- A monthly (every second Thursday) discussion of best practices call especially for faculty and staff where best practices are shared on how to utilize the IBM SkillsBuild and other resources with students on your campuses.
IBM Security Expert Lecture Series- Monthly (every third Tuesday) presentations provided by IBM security experts about cybersecurity and cybersecurity operations and how they protect organizations from evolving threats, enhance threat intelligence, and implement best practices for risk management in an increasingly digital world. An e-flyer will be posted each month with registration information.
