By Kristina Leung and Julien Gagnier, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors
Description: Adobe Systems Canada Inc. develops industry-leading graphics, desktop publishing and enterprise application software.
Highlights for new grads:
Average starting salary: $55,001 to $60,000
Flexible work hours
Formal leadership training
Health benefits for new employees
In-house training program
Online training program
Orientation program for new employees
New entry-level positions (last year): 91
Student employment: summer and co-op
Telecommuting
Tuition subsidies
Vacation (after first year): 4 weeks
Typical positions for new grads: Graduates would occupy Software Verification Specialist, Technical Staff (Software Development), Computer Scientist (Software Development), Product Manager, Technical Support Consultant, Human Resources Representative and Service Desk Technician positions.
New grads hired here typically have these academic backgrounds:
Bachelor of Arts: General, Business, Human Resources, Public Relations / Communications
Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration: General
Bachelor of Education: General
Bachelor of Engineering: General, Computer Engineering
Bachelor of Science: General, Computer Science
Community College Diploma: General, Computer Science, Human Resources, Information Technology, Office Administration
Doctorate (Arts): General
Doctorate (Eng.): Computer Engineering
Doctorate (Science): General, Computer Science, Mathematics
Master of Arts: General, Human Resources
Master of Business Administration: General, Human Resources, Marketing
Master of Engineering: General, Computer Engineering
Master of Science: General, Computer Science, Health Sciences
Professional Accreditation: Cisco Certifications, Human Resources (CHRP, CEBS), Microsoft Certifications
