About the role#
Join IBM Global Product Enablement to help build systems that turn hardware product definitions into orderable solutions. You will work alongside configuration developers and engineering teams to implement product requirements, develop configuration logic, and validate solutions. This role supports digital tools used by IBM sellers, manufacturing teams, and business partners globally. You will gain hands-on experience with enterprise-scale configuration systems, product modeling, data analysis, and AI-enabled process improvement.
What you'll do#
- Develop and maintain sales configuration models and rules.
- Translate product requirements into functional configurator solutions.
- Test, validate, and troubleshoot configuration outputs.
- Collaborate across teams to deliver automation and continuous improvements.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field.
- Basic programming experience with Java, Python, JavaScript, or SQL.
- Understanding of software development fundamentals such as data structures, debugging, testing, and version control.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to learn complex product, business, and technical concepts.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel or similar tools for data analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse, global team.
- Interest in enterprise software, product configuration, hardware offerings, and digital transformation.
- Exposure to object-oriented programming, databases, and SQL.
- Familiarity with Agile practices and version-control systems like Git.
- Knowledge of AI-assisted development, automation, or workflow technologies.
- Understanding of APIs, web applications, or enterprise software platforms.
- Exposure to software testing, quality assurance, or product validation.
- Interest in hardware products, product lifecycle management, manufacturing, or supply chain processes.
- Experience with data visualization or business intelligence tools.
- Demonstrated initiative, ownership, curiosity, and a continuous-learning mindset.
Location & details#
- Location: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, United States.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: 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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