MEMPHIS, Tenn. - IDG's Computerworld announced today that International Paper has once again been recognized as one of the top places to work for IT professionals in the large company category. IP ranked 37th on Computerworld's 2016 Best Places list. The company's 1,400 IT team members deliver technology solutions for business advantage and support services to the company's 55,000 team members, using information resources across 1,000 locations, speaking 13 languages and doing business in 44 currencies. 

"This team is committed to delivering solutions and services that enable our global workforce to operate more efficiently, serve our customers at the highest possible level and create value for our shareowners," said Bob Wenker, vice president, Chief Information Officer. "Being listed as one of the Best Places to Work in IT is a testament to the outstanding contributions made by this terrific group of teammates – I am proud of them."  

"The organizations on this year's Best Places to Work in IT list excel at creating a dynamic and satisfying IT work environment," says Scot Finnie, editor in chief of Computerworld. "In a competitive market for tech talent, these outstanding employers are able to attract highly skilled IT pros by offering great benefits, new learning opportunities, access to cutting-edge technologies and challenging, business-critical projects."

International Paper was recognized for the seventh consecutive year as one of the top 100 organizations that challenge their IT staff, while providing great benefits and compensation.  Organizations will be included in coverage in Computerworld along with results from the 23nd annual Best Places to Work in IT survey.