If you are a young ambitious African American...stay away!!!!
Pros
Stability, company has been around for 100+ years. Very deep pockets. Spends a ton of money, just not on their employees.
Cons
This company has an ancient segregated way of thinking. The "good olé boy" mentality is alive and I do not recommend working here. I'm dissapointed in the lack of African Americans being considered for leadership positions, specifically in the network organizations (C&E, NP&E, Labs etc). As a level 1 manager in the wireless network build dept, there are zero African Americans in level 2 or above management roles in Northern California. This region produces a boat load of revenue for the company. I've even seen non employee contract staff given leadership positions over qualified African Americans with years of company experience. What it boils down to is if you enjoy being discriminated against because of the color of your skin no matter how hard you work this place is perfect for you, NOT!!!!