Scheller Goes Inside Google

In 2022, Google opened its Atlanta office just blocks away from the Scheller College of Business. In short order, the College established a collaboration with Google that continues to provide Scheller students and alumni with careers in software, hardware, data analytics, marketing, cloud computing, and more.

Google's mission is to "organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful." The company has stayed true to that mission.

Through products and platforms like Search, Maps, Gmail, Android, Google Play, Google Cloud, Chrome and YouTube, Google plays a meaningful role in the daily lives of billions of people and has become one of the most widely-known companies in the world.

When

Google opened its Atlanta Office in 2022. The company was founded on September 4, 1998.

What

As a global company, Google's technologies span search technology, digital advertising, cloud services, and AI development.

Where

Google's Atlanta Office is located at 1105 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30309.

The Scheller x Google Connection

Size of Office

Google occupies 19 floors of the building, roughly 500,000 square feet.

Tech Square Presence

Google is a 15-minute walk from Scheller's front door.

Alumni

18 Scheller College of Business alumni and over 300 Georgia Tech alumni work for Google in their Atlanta office.

Step Inside Google

Google's 19-story office stands as a testament to Atlanta's legacy of social change and Georgia's vibrant history. The company collaborated with over 50 local companies to offer a unique blend of functionality and cultural celebration.

Entering the visitor center, guests are greeted by a striking red arch reminiscent of a heart, while a wall adorned with boombox molds sets the tone for an immersive Georgian experience. Each floor is designed to showcase different aspects of the state's cultural, musical, and artistic heritage.

Panoramic views of Atlanta's skyline serve as a backdrop to interiors that pay tribute to various elements of Georgia's past. From nods to Athens' iconic rock scene to the WERD Cafe, named after the first Black-owned and programmed U.S. radio station, the office space is a veritable museum of local history. The workplace environment is further enhanced by vibrant graffiti walls and cozy nooks designed for team collaborations or solitary work. In true Google fashion, the office boasts multiple dining options and even an on-site hair salon for employees.

This Midtown office reinforces Google's reputation for creating distinctive work environments, offering its staff a space that not only facilitates productivity but also celebrates the rich tapestry of Georgian culture.

the "love letter" plaque in Google office

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Part of the big heart that greets visitors.

A group of Scheller MBAs tour the Google office.

Google lobby.

The "love letter" to Atlanta.

One of many hallways leading to the elevator offers colorful graffiti.

Another hallway leading to elevators is uniquely decorated.

One of Google's staircases is a nod to Atlanta's thriving LGBTQ+ community.

Another view of the rainbow stairs.

Just one of the many cafés.

The WERD café named after Atlanta's first Black-owned U.S. radio stations.

A view of Atlanta from one of Google's cafés.

One of many intimate areas for small groups or individual work.

Google's attention to detail is seen throughout the office.

An homage to Atlanta's music includes a wall of real mixed-tapes donated by employees.

Each floor at Google offers unique visual elements.

The hair salon.

A group of MBAs attends a panel discussion with Google employees.

The People of Scheller x Google

Sophia (Bromfield) Jordan

Full-time MBA, '14
Strategic Portfolio Planner, Google

“Scheller broadened my horizons beyond architecture and revealed opportunities I didn’t know existed. The guidance I received from faculty and career advisors helped me reposition my skills and craft a resume that opened doors at Bank of America and, eventually, Google. My MBA experience gave me the confidence and strategic perspective to navigate a challenging job market and build a career in real estate planning at one of the most dynamic companies in the world.”

Phong Truong

Executive MBA, '21
Program Manager - Network Infrastructure Commercial Operations, Google

“Finance wasn’t my background before joining Google. Scheller helped me land a position in financial data governance.The MBA taught me to think beyond silos and approach challenges from an executive perspective, understanding how different parts of a company connect. It gave me the tools and confidence to take on a role I never expected and prepared me for the complex challenges I face today at Google.”