Meta is a leading technology company dedicated to building innovative products that connect people, foster communities, and advance human potential through emerging technologies. Founded in 2004 as Facebook by Mark Zuckerberg and his Harvard roommates, the company rebranded to Meta in 2021 to reflect its broader focus beyond social networking. Its mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together, while pioneering the next generation of immersive experiences via the metaverse. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Meta operates globally with a diverse workforce across engineering, design, sales, and operations. Key activities span its flagship platforms—Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp—which serve billions of users for social interaction, messaging, and content sharing. The company excels in advertising technology, leveraging AI and data analytics to deliver targeted solutions for businesses. Meta invests heavily in artificial intelligence for research, infrastructure, and generative applications, as well as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and hardware like Meta Quest devices through Facebook Reality Labs. Additional efforts include business development, public policy, and strategic partnerships to drive innovation in areas like 3D software, audio engineering, and sustainable operations. Committed to equal opportunity and accessibility, Meta fosters an inclusive culture with robust benefits and career programs for students, graduates, and professionals.