2027 Software Developer Intern

Job description

Introduction

Join IBM for a dynamic summer internship where you’ll help design and implement technology solutions that address real-world business challenges. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll work with diverse technologies and collaborate with experienced professionals to deliver impactful results. This is an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills and contribute to meaningful projects at a global technology leader.

Your role and responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement technology solutions for business challenges.

• Work with diverse technologies to develop, test, and deploy innovative solutions.
• Apply problem-solving skills to analyze requirements and deliver high-quality results.
• Contribute to projects involving emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence concepts.
• Assist in data modeling and ensure accuracy and efficiency in solution design.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain best practices for software development.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay current with industry trends and IBM standards.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience applying emerging technologies to real-world business challenges.
• Exposure to diverse tools, platforms, and methodologies used by a global technology leader.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
• Opportunities to develop technical and professional skills in a collaborative environment.
• Insight into IBM’s innovation-driven culture and global impact. Required technical and professional expertise
• Proficiency in at least one contemporary programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, or similar).
• Solid understanding of data modeling principles and practices.
• High-level awareness of artificial intelligence concepts and emerging technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Preferred technical and professional experience
• Understanding of agile methodologies and enterprise IT operations.
• Proficient in building and debugging software using foundational AI concepts, including prompt engineering, API integration, and AI-assisted development tools.
• Familiar with agentic software, multi-model workflow orchestration, function calling, stateful loops, error handling, RAG patterns. 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.