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IBM · Poughkeepsie, NY

# Mainframe System Verification Tester Apprentice

Poughkeepsie, NY Early career 

Listed on IBM’s official careers site. Posted October 22, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

### Introduction

At IBM Infrastructure & Technology, we design and operate the systems that keep the world running. From high-resiliency mainframes and hybrid cloud platforms to networking, automation, and site reliability. Our teams ensure the performance, security, and scalability that clients and industries depend on every day. Working in Infrastructure & Technology means tackling complex challenges with curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies and colleagues worldwide to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions that power innovation.

With continuous learning, career growth, and a supportive culture, IBM provides the opportunities to build expertise and shape the infrastructure that drives progress.

### Your role and responsibilities

As a Mainframe System Verification Tester Apprentice at IBM, you will work in IBM Z Engineering System Test and continue the IBM tradition of delivering world-class Z mainframes that are best of breed in Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability. Engineering Systems Test is the final stage of IBM Z server product development where the design, architecture, and code is validated and qualified. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience using the latest tools and technologies to support IBM processors, storage or other semiconductor hardware.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will work closely with experienced engineers, technicians and other mentors in a laboratory or test floor environment to create and execute test or physical characterization plans that assess the electrical performance and characteristics against design and functional requirements. Where applicable, you will be taught principles of system analysis, defect identification and repair and/or the basics of a variety of lab safety procedures relevant to the physical preparation of samples for chemical, optical, or electrical characterization.

To that end, you will be trained in the use of state-of-the-art tools to test, manipulate and inspect product chips, and work with our engineers to interpret and consolidate the obtained data. Required technical and professional expertise * Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program * High School Diploma or GED * Some knowledge or experience with any of the following: * Soldering and de-soldering * Electrical Safety * Electron Theory * AC Basics * Computer Electronics * Electrical Testing Equipment (i.e multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc) IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 22, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 26, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 26, 2026
- Listed for: 4 days
- Location: Poughkeepsie, NY[Apply on IBM’s careers site →](https://ibm.dejobs.org/jobs/7080111C9FB044928436FE0CA4E0EF7D/)

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