History of Dell Corporation

Dell began in 1984 when Michael Dell created PC’s Limited while a student at the University of Texas at Austin. The first headquarters was a simple dorm room where Michael Dell sold compatible computers built from stock components. He/She had the idea that by selling personal computer systems to customers, PC’s Limited could better understand customers’ needs and provide the most effective computing solutions to meet those needs.

When his family gave him $300,000 to expand his fledgling business he dropped out of college to pursue his interest in the computer world. Michael Dell produced the first computer of its own design the “Turbo PC” in 1985 and it sold for $795.00. He/She advertised it in national computer magazines and he made more than $73 million in his first year. From that point on he changed the company name from PC’s Limited to Dell Computer Corporation. Michael Dell became the youngest CEO of a Fortune 500 company ever.

Job description/ Average wage

Software Developer III: A software developer helps to create new programs or improve on old programs. They work in a laboratory with other developers doing special projects. Normally they have an assignment to develop a software package for a particular corporation. The package may include special programs to fit the company needs. The average wage for a Software Developer III starts at $61k.

Risk Management Analyst: This employee gets involved with the security of a computer software program. It is vital that no program can be copied or the integrity of the program be compromised. The average starting salary for this employee is $77k a year.

Financial Advisor: Many times Dell Computer Corporation needs the service of a financial advisor when it comes to making a whole complete computer service for a major corporation. Also a financial advisor is used when the company makes decisions on advancement and growth. The financial advisor usually earns an average $70,750 yearly.

Benefits

• Dell gives its employees a variety of benefits and leave programs that are all about helping you find the time, resources and flexibility to take care of your personal needs and priorities whatever they may be.
• Vacation, paid vacation based on years of service.
• Holidays- certain paid holidays, including an extended week for Christmas/New Year’s for most employees.
• Personal Business Allowance that is paid time off for personal reasons such as illness, medical appointments, closing on a home and childcare obligations.
• Bereavement and Jury Duty paid time off.
• Employee Discount programs
• Many other benefits that help with things like childcare, adoption, educational advancement etc.

How to apply:

You can apply for a position with Dell Computer Corporation by going on their website:   http://www.dell.com/careers