Back End Developer Intern 2026

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. Toinvent. 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 oftechnology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, let's talk. Your role and responsibilities As a Backend Developer Intern, you will:Work with client-server architectures, networking protocols, application development, and databasesCreate and configure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) applicationsCreate Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that are clean, well-documented, and easy to use, (i.e,, REST APIs).Design and code server applications firmware, and databases that are reusable, scalable, and meet critical architecture goalsNeed an understanding of, or experience with, Agile and Cloud devOps development methodologiesDesign and implement large scale systems that enable continuous delivery on-premises and in the cloud. Required technical and professional expertise Must have basic knowledge in one or more of the following technology areas:Understanding of software development conceptsC++, C, Java, Golang, Ruby, Python, Perl, SQLWorking knowledge of servers, applications, devOps tools (Git, Jenkins), and databasesFamiliarity with APIsBasic knowledge of operating systems and how they work (i.e. Operating systems courses); Container technologies; Internet Services; and/orManaged ServicesCommunication skills and the ability to learn new technologies and procedures. Preferred technical and professional experience 1 year experience in one or more of the following technology areas:C++, C, Java, Golang, Ruby, Python, Perl, SQL1 year experience with APIs (example: REST APIs)Experience in JSON, Web ServicesUnderstanding of virtualization concepts and cloud operationsIBM 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, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Created: 2025-11-17