Data Science and AI Intern - RTP 2027

Introduction

At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk

Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking a motivate Intern to join our AI and Data Science development team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of AI solutions, while also supporting the integration and performance of these systems. You will also look for ways to effienciently collect, clean, analyze, and visualize data to support business decisions that support real-world applications across enterprise systems. You'll work closely with engineering, support, and senior developers to ensure AI models are robust, scalable, and aligned with business needs; and helping to create predictive models, generate insights and help optimize company performance. This is a hands-on technical role ideal for someone passionate about AI and eager to grow their skills in both development and systems-level implementation.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Required technical and professional expertise

• Programming Proficiency: Solid understanding of Python and/or another programming language commonly used in AI (e.g., Java, C++, or R).
• Mathematics & Statistics: Foundational knowledge in linear algebra, calculus, probability, and statistics.
• Machine Learning Basics: Familiarity with core ML concepts such as supervised and unsupervised learning, model evaluation, and overfitting.
• Data Handling: Experience working with data using libraries like NumPy, pandas, or similar.
• Version Control: Basic understanding of Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Communication: Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts and collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Deep Learning Frameworks: Exposure to TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX.
• AI Project Experience: Prior coursework, personal projects, or research involving AI/ML.
• Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for AI workloads.
• Software Engineering Practices: Understanding of testing, debugging, and code optimization.
• Visualization Tools: Experience with tools like Matplotlib, Seaborn, or Plotly for data visualization.
• Knowledge of AI Ethics: Awareness of fairness, bias, and responsible AI development practices.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.