IBM Z Engineering System Test Hardware Developer - Poughkeepsie, NY - Intern 2027

As a Hardware Test Engineer intern at IBM, you’ll get to work on the systems that are driving the future of computing. Join our team of creators – the people who help move IBM forward by using their imagination to envision solutions, curiosity to experiment with new ideas, and put their ever-growing skills into action for customers to make better decisions with greater speed on the most trusted platform in today’s market.

Your Role And Responsibilities

IBM has openings for Hardware Test Engineer interns in our Z Engineering System Test organization to test and provide customer support for hardware and firmware that make up our industry-leading IBM products. We are an elite team of engineering professionals that pioneer innovations for the cutting-edge microprocessors and hardware used in IBM Z Systems. Test Engineers participate in various aspects of the test and support process such as but not limited to

• Assist in the testing of mainframe hardware components including processors, memory modules, and I/O systems
• Collaborate with firmware and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration
• Help diagnose and resolve hardware issues through testing, debugging, and failure analysis
• Support lab testing efforts, including hardware bring-up, functional verification, and environmental testing
• Ideal candidates will possess demonstrated test, and communication skills
• Contribute to technical documentation for procedures, and test results

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

Fundamental education in hardware, software, or testing

Strong communication skills

Passion to pursue career path in engineering

Growth minded, trusted, team focused, courageous, resourceful, and outcome focused

Python coding and scripting

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Familiarity with Mechanical Engineering: Exposure to mechanical engineering principles and concepts is beneficial for developing hardware products.
• Basic Understanding of Firmware Engineering: Knowledge of firmware engineering concepts can aid in testing and validating components.
• Exposure to Electrical Engineering: Familiarity with electrical engineering principles can support the development of hardware and technology products.