IBM Software Group Internship
Job ID S_D-0696476 Job type Full-time Complementary Work country Multiple (EG, ZA, TR, AE, TN, QA, SA, BJ, CM, GA, KE, MU, MA, NE, TG) Position type Entry level Work city – Any Posted 14-Nov-2014 Travel 10% travel annually Job area Software Development Business group IBM Sales & Distribution Job category Other Business unit Software Sales Job role Student/Intern Job role skillset General Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only No
Job description IBM Software Group provides a next-generation open integration platform built on a service-oriented architecture. Things like oil exploration, earthquake prediction, water conservation, and traffic management need smart systems to find the big answers to the big questions; we provide open rather than proprietary software and fully integrated business processes and solutions rather than piece-part products that don’t work together easily. Bringing these systems to life does not occur at the snap of a finger. It requires the right people, tools and business insight. We are looking for college students with a strong technical background who are interested in a software development role, testing software, technical support, or a client facing role working on technical software projects. We are seeking students from Engineering, Computing, IT, Business and Human Computer Interaction / Design disciplines. Our ideal candidates must have strong technical and problem solving skills, a passion for technology and software, strong teaming skills and show leadership potential. You must be able to work in a high energy environment and exhibit creative thinking and collaboration. For client facing roles, candidates must have strong customer facing skills and the willingness to travel between 10 – 70% annually. Having the ability to turn ideas into reality, communicate effectively, and work closely with others in teams around the world is essential. Software Developers will design, enrich and support IBM’s vast portfolio of products, such as: Social networking, computing and personal productivity software; Data and enterprise content management, data warehousing and business intelligence; System z; Mobile and speech middleware, E-commerce & web portal; Productivity software; Asset, storage, server, network and device (security) management to name a few. Technical Support Professionals will work directly with our customers to resolve complex business and technical issues they may encounter using our technology. These roles provide broad exposure to the internals and functionality of IBM’s software products, and ensure successful utilization of our software in all customer environments, across all industries. Our positions offer an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills with a multi-disciplinary team of developers, designers and business professionals focused on the next generation of software. You will gain real life experience with a corporate position that will not only impact IBM’s bottom line but also influence the future of software. Since this is an internship, the position requires that you be a college student pursuing a degree in a technical discipline, or a business/design discipline with strong technical background, a strong foundation in software, teamwork, leadership, problem solving, analytical thinking, multi-tasking, proven written and verbal communication skills as well as a focus on customer success. Exposure to: Software engineering processes/tools/methods, Software design, test, development, and/or support, Operating systems, system administration & network protocols, Documentation, Business tools and methodology’s, Troubleshooting and problem resolution, customer facing experience are all a plus. We will MATCH your interest with a relevant IBM SOFTWARE LAB geographical location, contingent on your ability to provide work authorization sufficient for the country where the potential IBM job is located and in your ability to successfully complete our employment process.
Required
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
- Readiness to travel 10-70% travel annually
- English: Fluent
Please note that all applications will be reviewed during the months of October and November, with interviews to follow depending on your location, and an aim to you joining IBM from January 2015. You will be notified by late November if you have been successful in being shortlisted for online testing and interview.
Required * High School Diploma/GED * Basic knowledge in ACM ICPC and pursuing a degree in a technical discipline, or a business/design discipline with strong technical background * At least 6 months experience in Exposure to: Software engineering processes/tools/methods, Software design, test, development, and/or support, Operating systems, system administration & network protocols, Documentation etc * At least 6 months experience in technical and problem solving skills, a passion for technology and software, strong teaming skills and show leadership potential * English: Fluent
Preferred * Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology * At least 4 years experience in ACM ICPC and pursuing a degree in a technical discipline, or a business/design discipline with strong technical background * At least 4 years experience in Exposure to: Software engineering processes/tools/methods, Software design, test, development, and/or support, Operating systems, system administration & network protocols, Documentation etc * At least 4 years experience in technical and problem solving skills, a passion for technology and software, strong teaming skills and show leadership potential
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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