About the role#
AI agents are now integrated across the technology stack and have access to significant computational and data resources. While these tools increase productivity, they also introduce new security risks. We are looking for an intern to help us address these challenges by developing systems that provide strong security guarantees for AI agents and agentic applications.
What you'll do#
- Design systems to address emerging security risks.
- Create proof of concept implementations.
- Conduct experiments, evaluations, and data analysis.
- Communicate technical ideas and research findings to your team.
What you'll need#
- Strong programming skills in Python, Rust, or Go.
- Experience building, debugging, and testing software systems.
- Knowledge of systems security, software security, access control, and language-based security concepts.
- Experience with AI agents and agentic software development.
- Experience designing, conducting, and evaluating experiments.
- Knowledge of distributed systems and operating system concepts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: Yorktown Heights, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About IBM
IBM provides IT services and consulting to a global client base. The company develops technology solutions across areas such as cloud computing, security, analytics, and infrastructure. It operates as a public organization with more than 10,001 employees. The corporate headquarters are located in Armonk, New York.
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