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Information Technology Careers
SCOOP - Spring 2005
Ali SareeaI/T Leader - Global Decision Support
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Agenda
• About GE
• I/T Career Success
• Sample Career Paths
• Entry Level Opportunities
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We are a Global Technology, Services and Financial Solutions company going where very
few can follow…
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digitization, key area of growth for GE
“Digitization has made GE faster and allows us to constantly measure what we do. Metrics – especially those 10 to 15 critical measurements that leaders need to run their businesses – are now online, real-time and shared by all.”
Jeff Immelt,2001 Annual Report Letter to Shareholders
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Business Partner
Service
Support Technical Specialist
Technical Specialist
Technical Integrator
Technical Integrator
Systems Specialist
Systems Specialist
Systems Integrator
Systems Integrator
FunctionalAnalyst
FunctionalAnalyst
Process ChangeAnalyst
Process ChangeAnalyst
Project Management
Technology Systems Process
Today:Integration of technologies
Mainframe
Client Server
IT Evolution
ERP Integrator;
Multiple Systems
Programmer
Process Flow,
Integration, Speed
Manufacturing,
FinanceIn the past:
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Skills that will enable you to Succeed & Advance
Today’s IT Roles
Software Development
Process Change
Project Management
Technical Background
Change in Perception
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post-program career pathsAn accelerated path to IT leadership
Mandy Noschese
VP - eBusinessNBC, New York, NY
IMLP GE AerospaceBurlington, VT
Systems AnalystGE Medical SystemsParis, France
Senior Systems Analyst - Financial/Operational ReportingGE Capital - RFSStamford, CT
Project Leader - Client Servicing & Credit & CollectionsGE Capital - RFSStamford, CT
Manager - Human Resources SystemsGE CorporateFairfield, CT
Quality LeaderCommercial Equipment FinanceDanbury, CT
VP – Oracle IntegrationGE CapitalDanbury, CT
Role: Chief Information OfficerCommercial Equipment Finance
Danbury, CT
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Business-Specific Leadership ProgramsBusiness-Specific Positions
(See www.gecareers.com for more information)
Financial Management
Program(FMP)
Human ResourcesLeadership Program
(HRLP)
Commercial Leadership Program (CLP)
Full-Time Entry Paths
Operations Management Leadership Program (OMLP)
Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP)
Communications Leadership Development
Program (CLDP)Information
ManagementLeadership Program
(IMLP)
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IT leaders of the future
IMLP Designed to develop the following skill sets:
Meeting the future IT leadership needs of GE’s diverse businesses
3 Key Areas of Development
leadership
abilities
technical aptitude
business acumen
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a global program with a track record
• One of GE’s 7 Corporate Leadership Programs• Founded in 1980… and Growing• 400+ Program Members Worldwide• Enter Via Internship or Full-Time Program Hire• Many U.S. Locations; Assignment Opportunities Across the Country
Join a program with a worldwide network
Mid-West Chicago, ILOverland Park, KS Minneapolis, MNCincinnati, OHCleveland, OHLouisville, KYFt. Wayne, INErie, PAMilwaukee, WIOttawa, ILHouston, TXPhoenix, AZSan Rafael, GAPortland, ORSeattle, WA
South/South EastRaleigh-Durham, NCRichmond, VALynchburg, VASalem, VAAtlanta, GAGreenville, SCCharlottesville, VAFt. Myers, FL
North EastFairfield, CTDanbury, CTStamford, CTPlainville, CTHartford, CTNew York, NYAlbany, NYCherry Hill, NJ Pittsfield, MALynn, MAWorcester, MAGaithersburg, MDPhiladelphia AreaSchenectady, NY
A number of GE businesses also have locations in Europe and Asia
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real jobs, real responsibilities
Rotational Elements:
• Challenging Work with Defined Deliverables and Visible Impact
• Experiences with Distinct Technical Applications and Solutions
• Coaching/Feedback
• Sr. Level Visibility/Exposure
Areas of Focus:
• Product Development• Six Sigma Projects• Quality Systems• Financial Sector Systems• Telecommunications • Project Management• Manufacturing Systems• Process • Re-engineering • e-Business/ Web
Development• Infrastructure Management• Customer Interaction
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rotations as unique as you
Erik, Industrial Systems • Internship - Microsoft Exchange Rollout ‘96• Internship – Intranet Webmaster ’97• Clarify Post Sales Service – Plainville, CT• Y2K Remediation – Plainville, CT• Manufacturing Execution System Project Leader
Nicole, GE Capital• IMLP Intern – Plainville, CT• Networking – Dallas, TX• Internet/Intranet – Trevose, PA• Client/Server DB Analyst – Raleigh, NC• Database/Data Warehousing Specialist, Danbury, CT
Lisa, GE Consumer Products • Inventory Control Implementation Team – Cleveland, OH• Catalog Developer – Cleveland, OH• Project Leader – United Kingdom• e-Commerce – Cleveland, OH
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IMLP Pipeline - Internships
• E-Business
• Web Design
• New Product Introduction
• Networking Design
• Systems Integration
• Performance evaluations
• Can lead to IMLP Offer
Internships are one of the best ways to experience GE and gain challenging, hands-on IT experiences:
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IT development
Technical Foundation
LeadershipProject Managemen
t
Business Partner
Business Acumen
Global Strategy
continuous learning throughout your career
• Business Projects
• Leadership Forum
• Coursework
• Team or Project Leadership
• Broad Business Development
• Exposure To Significant Role Models
IMLP
EIMP
Sr. Leaders
• Classroom Training
• Coursework
• Cross-Functional Rotations
• Honing Technical Skills
• Stretch Job Assignments
• Substantive Early Leadership
• Advanced Crotonville Courses:
• MDC
• BMC
• EDC
• High Business Impact
• Total Ownership of Assignments
• Wide Network of Personal Contacts
IT competencies
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candidate profile
Attributes that will enable you to succeed and advance
• Sharp Business Acumen & Leadership Skills• Strong Interest in IT Applications• Change Orientation• High Academic Achievement• Solid Analytic Abilities (Solution Planning &
Delivery)
Bachelors Degree in one of the following majors: • Computer Science / MIS• Math / Quantitative Analysis• Engineering• Finance with minor in Computer Science and/or
relevant experience
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recruiting processA two-step hiring process…
Site Site Interviews Interviews
& Tour& Tour
Site Visit Site Visit InvitationInvitation DecisionDecision
Business Business NeedsNeeds
Student Student NeedsNeeds
Matching Matching ProcessProcess
Campus Campus InterviewsInterviews
Resume Resume Pre-Pre-
ScreenScreen
DecisionDecision
OfferOffer
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become an IT leader, join GE!
• Information Technology drives the business
• Opportunity for unparalleled training and career growth
• Cross-functional and rotational structure
• Culture that recognizes and rewards excellence
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gecareers.com
GE @ IU
Internship Fair Union Alumni Hall on Feb. 3rd from 10-3.
GE Intern Night Feb. 14th.