About the role#
IBM Hardware and Systems engineers build the compute platforms for AI, cloud, and enterprise technologies. As a Hardware and Systems Developer Intern, you will join our development labs to work on high-performance systems. You will gain hands-on experience in design, prototyping, testing, and process development across our hardware portfolio.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate across engineering disciplines to design, model, and validate hardware.
- Support mechanical, thermal, electrical, optical, and logic design using CAD, EDA, and simulation tools.
- Participate in PCB layout, power and signal integrity, circuit design, and system bring-up.
- Conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to reliability and materials development projects.
- Write scripts and automation tools using Python, C/C++, or Bash to support testing and validation.
What you'll need#
- Current B.S. or M.S. student in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Chemical, Industrial, or related Engineering disciplines.
- Academic interest in hardware design, optics, logic, process, or materials engineering.
- Proficiency with CAD tools like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Allegro, or Cadence, and simulation tools such as CFD, FEM, or HFSS.
- Programming experience in Python, C/C++, or Bash for data analysis or automation.
- Hands-on experience with lab tools including LabVIEW, MATLAB, oscilloscopes, thermal chambers, or optical test equipment.
- Familiarity with design of experiments or project management in a research environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
- M.S. and Ph.D. students with a research focus in electrical packaging, photonics, signal integrity, or thermal design are encouraged to apply.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Location: United States.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
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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