About the role#
We are looking for a Software Developer Co-op to join our engineering teams in Bellevue. This is a 16-week, full-time position designed for undergraduate students to gain practical experience by contributing to real-world projects. You will work alongside experienced developers to design and build software that powers our cloud, AI, and hybrid-platform solutions.
What you'll do#
- Support the design, development, testing, and debugging of software across front-end, back-end, or full-stack environments.
- Work with a variety of programming languages, such as Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++, Go, Rust, Swift, or Kotlin.
- Build user interfaces using frameworks like React and contribute to back-end services and APIs.
- Use Git and other version-control tools to manage code.
- Work with cloud and container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and technical discussions.
- Explore emerging technologies, including AI/ML, automation, and cloud-native development.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program, with plans to return to your studies after the co-op.
- Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for 16 weeks between January 19 and May 7, 2027.
- Ability to start a full-time role between December 2027 and August 2028 upon graduation.
- No concurrent coursework during the co-op term.
- Coursework or project experience in software development and familiarity with data structures, algorithms, or debugging.
- Exposure to front-end or back-end technologies, such as React, Node.js, Python, Java, or SQL.
- Experience with Git, REST APIs, databases, and cloud services like IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Understanding of Agile methods, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Bellevue, Washington.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- 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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