Great Companies to Work for in Austin, TX

By Cathy Vandewater | Post a Comment

Austin's a little weird. But Texas's capital likes it that way. The so-called "live music capital of the world" and home to the famed South by Southwest and Austin film festivals prides itself on ecclecticness. An odd mix of residents--including state employees, hippies, students, artists, activists, politicians, blue collar workers, environmentalists, and a large LGBT community--makes for a wide ranging culture. So whether you love sports or theater, want to work for a Fortune 500 or are vying for a start-up gig, this city's got your number.

Here's a sampling of companies the "Purple Crown" (named for its violet colored sunsets) has to offer.

IBM

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