Backend Software Engineer Intern - APIs, Cloud & DevOps

IBM; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

IBM is seeking a Software Developer Intern to contribute to enterprise-scale backend and data integration projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, write clean code, and participate in reviews and testing to ship reliable backend services.

This role emphasizes learning and applying best-practice software engineering within a global tech leader. The internship offers exposure to cloud and hybrid environments, modern tooling, and continuous learning as part of IBM's engineering

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity in Core Programming Languages (Python, Java, JavaScript, or Golang).
• Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle & Agile Methodologies (Scrums, DevOps workflows, exposure to CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins or Github Actions).
• Basic understanding of RESTful APIs and databases (SQL/NoSQL).
• Exposure to version control systems like Git.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of backend services, APIs, and data integrations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, architects, and product managers.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging activities.
• Support deployment and monitoring of backend applications in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Continuously learn and apply best practices in software engineering and backend architecture.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

Golang

REST APIs

Git

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related field

Currently pursuing a degree

Tools

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

IBM is seeking a Software Developer Intern to contribute to enterprise-scale backend and data integration projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, write clean code, and participate in reviews and testing to ship reliable backend services.

This role emphasizes learning and applying best-practice software engineering within a global tech leader. The internship offers exposure to cloud and hybrid environments, modern tooling, and continuous learning as part of IBM's engineering