About the role#
As an intern in the Z Engineering System Test organization, you will work on the hardware and firmware that power IBM Z systems. You will join a team focused on testing and supporting the microprocessors and hardware components used in our computing platforms.
What you'll do#
- Test mainframe hardware components like processors, memory modules, and I/O systems.
- Work with firmware and systems engineering teams to verify hardware-software integration.
- Help diagnose and resolve hardware issues through debugging and failure analysis.
- Support lab activities, including hardware bring-up, functional verification, and environmental testing.
- Write technical documentation for test procedures and results.
- Design and implement test automation to add test cases into regression buckets.
- Provide customer support for hardware and firmware.
What you'll need#
- Fundamental education in hardware, software, or testing.
- Proficiency in Python coding and scripting.
- Strong knowledge or experience with Linux, including system administration.
- Experience building and deploying containerized applications.
- Experience with IBM System Z, including z/VM or z/OS.
- Experience with OpenShift Container Platform and Linux KVM.
- Strong communication skills and a desire to pursue a career in engineering.
- Ability to work as a team-focused, resourceful, and outcome-oriented individual.
Location & details#
- Location: Poughkeepsie, New York.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
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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