硅谷Top10最热门的高科技的公司
Great Places to Work in Silicon Valley
Computers, memory chips, flash players, software and gadgets galore! Who makes all this stuff and where do all these people work? Along comes problems like computer fraud; suddenly software needs more power. The internet is breaking new barriers while companies work hard to keep up with supply and demand. The world has gone hi-speed and hi-tech.
Let’s find out who these employers are and what they do to make our lives on the keyboard end of things a little easier. It shouldn’t be too difficult since many of them rank among those named in top 100 lists with companies like Forbes, Fortune 500, and Money magazines. We’ll limit our list to the top 10 companies in the San Jose, California area, a prime location in the center of Silicon Valley.
Nvidia: 2701 San Tomas Expressway, Santa Clara, ph: 408-486-2000, Web: www.nvidia.com
Nvidia is a world leader in electronics specializing in 3D technology. They are known for hiring talented people and investing in their skills to promote high quality products at competitive prices.
Apple: 1 Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA, ph: 408-996-1010,
Web: www.apple.com
Apple is a world leader in electronics. They have job opportunities in many different areas including: engineering, programming, information technology, operations, finance and retail. Visit their site for all the details and to see what career might work for you.
Lam Research: 4650 Cushing Parkway, Fremont, CA, ph: 520-572-0200, Web: www.lamrc.com
Lam Research is a semi-conductor company that makes memory chips. They appreciate new talent and hire college students, interns, and even military personnel, seeking out the intelligent workers who can be strong team players at their company.
Cybersource: 1295 Charleston Road, Mountain View, CA, ph: 650-965-6000,
Web: www.cybersource.com
Cybersource is an online company that deals directly with credit payments, online business and ePayments, and security to reduce online fraud. They appreciate their employees and give them many perks and benefits.
Intuit: 2632 Marine Way, Mountain View, CA, ph: 650-944-6000,
Web: www.intuit.com
With brands like Quicken, Quikbooks, and Turbotax, Intuit is one of the world’s leading software companies. Intuit offers opportunities to develop new software, help others, or learn as an intern or grad student. They value their employees, have a relaxed working environment, and give great benefits.
Adobe Systems: San Jose, CA,
Web: www.adobe.com
Adobe products are part of the modern technology era, and their digital products are used worldwide, simplifying the use of computers, cell phones, and all sorts of electronic devices. Adobe is a strong company that hires qualified individuals to advance with the speed of technology, with a mission to remain on its cutting edge.
Network Appliance: 495 E. Java Drive, Sunnyvale, CA, ph: 408-822-6000,
Web: www.netapp.com/us
Netapp works hard to promote an ecologically sound global environment. You will find yourself being part of an enthusiastic team if you work here, and appreciate their innovative thinking practices. They offer many benefits to employees, not the least of which is stress reducing activities to minimize tension on the job.
Cisco Systems: 170 W. Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA, ph: 408-526-4000, Web: www.cisco.com
Cisco is a leader in Information Technology. They offer a wide range of Cisco Career Certification classes where they train you to become proficient in several different career paths, according to what you choose. Beginning at the entry level position, you can work your way up through the company, and eventually receive the highest level of accreditation. Naturally, your skills will determine what training you will need.
Google Inc.: 1600 Amphitheater Parkway, Mountain View, CA, ph: 650-253-0000,
Web: www.google.com
Google is the #1 company by almost everyone’s standard. They enjoy the creative process and work as team players, not only with other employees, but with millions of customers on the internet and within the community too. Google values people. If you are lucky enough to work for them, you will probably never want to quit.
All of these tech companies are considered wonderful places to work. Many people claim Google is by far the best; it is probably fair to say it’s the biggest. If you are seeking employment, or merely want to purchase quality products from reputable corporations, this list should be valuable to you. It certainly explains why the San Jose area has earned the name of Silicon Valley.
Facebook
Facebook是一个社交网络服务网站，于2004年2月4日上线。主要创始人为美国人马克·扎克伯格。Facebook是世界排名第一的照片分享站点，每天上载八百五十万张照片。随着用户数量增加，Facebook的目标已经指向另外一个领域：互联网搜索。2012年2月1日，Facebook正式向美国证券交易委员会（SEC）提出首次公开发行（IPO）申请，目标融资规模达50亿美元，并任命摩根士丹利、高盛和摩根大通为主要承销商。这将是硅谷有史以来规模最大的IPO。2012年5月18日，Facebook正式在美国纳斯达克证券交易所上市。2012年6月，Facebook称将涉足在线支付领域。
