Staying true to the people advantage, National Instruments hires top talent from leading universities and retains employees through meaningful work, a fun environment, and a variety of developmental programs. NI hires not only for aptitude and potential but also for the ability to take initiative and work collaboratively – fundamental components of the NI culture. NI encourages employees to challenge each other by providing an open work environment that supports idea generation and innovation. New engineering employees, for example, can immediately contribute to developing products and technologies that empower NI customers to improve the world.

Recruited candidates at 42 universities in the United States
Inducted the first 10 members of the NI Quarter Century Club for 25 years of service
Ensuring a diverse workplace with fewer women and minorities in the technology field
Accelerating worldwide recruiting to meet hiring goals while trying to maintain hiring standards
Meet hiring goals in order to double the number of employees by 2015
Expand the NI Leaders program to include 12 additional universities
Triple the size of the engineering intern program at NI corporate headquarters
Collaborate with student organizations to tailor recruiting events for women and minorities