Workers losing jobs at IBM get overseas option

Some of the workers being let go by IBM in the U.S. and Canada have a chance to remain with the company -- if they're willing to move to Brazil, India, China or a dozen other lower-wage countries. But the expatriate employees would likely be paid at local salary rates. IBM is offering the relocation option to employees who have been "notified of separation." The program, called Project Match, will give workers financial aid to offset moving costs, assist them in securing visas and provide "other support to help ease the transition of an international move."

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