IBM to End Immigration Sponsorship for Roles in Biggest Unit
IBM is ending immigration sponsorship for the majority of roles within its largest division, IBM Consulting. Affected foreign workers holding visas and green card sponsorships in the 150,000-person consulting unit face a year-end deadline to either relocate abroad or leave the company. Company statements confirm the decision to discontinue the program for most positions in its biggest division.
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- ✓ IBM is ending immigration sponsorship for the majority of roles in its biggest unit, IBM Consulting.
- ✓ Affected visa and green card holders in the 150,000-person consulting unit face a year-end deadline to move abroad or leave.
What changed
IBM announced it will terminate visa and green card sponsorship for most roles in its consulting division, setting a year-end deadline for impacted employees.
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IBM Ending Immigration Sponsorship for Roles in Consulting Unit
IBM is ending immigration sponsorship for the majority of roles within its largest division, IBM Consulting. Affected foreign workers holding visas and green card sponsorships in the 150,000-person consulting unit face a year-end deadline to either relocate abroad or leave the company. Company statements confirm the decision to discontinue the program for most positions in its biggest division.
Why it matters
The policy change targets the consulting arm of one of the world's major technology firms, affecting foreign national employees who rely on employer-backed legal status to work in the United States. This adjustment scales back immigration assistance for a massive workforce division numbering approximately 150,000 employees. Affected personnel must navigate strict relocation or departure timelines imposed by the year-end cutoff.
What is confirmed
- IBM is ending immigration sponsorship for the majority of roles in its biggest unit, IBM Consulting.
- Affected visa and green card holders in the 150,000-person consulting unit face a year-end deadline to move abroad or leave.
What to watch next
- Further company communications regarding severance or internal transfer options for affected consulting staff
- Official data on the exact number of workers who choose relocation versus departure by the year-end deadline
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