Quantum Network Engineer Intern 2027

IBM

Town of Yorktown (NY)

On-site

USD 79,000 - 97,000

Part time

8 days ago

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Job summary

IBM Quantum offers an internship role focusing on the design, implementation, and maintenance of the network that links IBM’s quantum computers and components. You will work on automation strategies for managing numerous networked devices and explore tooling to support scalable, reliable connectivity for internal research and clients.

The role emphasizes Linux proficiency, Ansible/Python automation, and a strong interest in computer networking within a cutting-edge quantum computing environment.

Qualifications

Strong foundation in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
Proficiency in Linux and automation tooling (Ansible/Python).
Understanding of APIs and desire to work in networking.

Responsibilities

Design, implement and maintain the network connecting IBM’s quantum computers and components.
Develop and apply automation strategies to manage large numbers of networked devices.
Collaborate with research and IT teams to optimize networking for internal research and global clients.

Skills

Linux proficiency

Automation (Ansible/Python)

APIs understanding

Networking interest

DevOps/GitHub processes

SNMP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Introduction

IBM Quantum builds quantum computers with a mission to bring useful quantum computing to the world. This requires many teams conducting research on the building blocks, assembling and testing full systems and making them available to a and internal and external global user base from multiple locations all over the world. A well architected, secure network is essential to keep this running smoothly

Your role and responsibilities

Responsibilities: You will work in the team responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining the network that is used to connect IBM's quantum computers and their components for internal research and development as well as to our global clients. Specifically, you will focus on how to manage the large number of networked devices and components and explore tools and techniques for automated management.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Required technical and professional expertise

Computer Science or Electrical Engineering background
Proficiency in Linux
Automation knowledge - Ansible/Python
Understanding of API's
Desire/interest to work in the field of Computer Networking

Preferred technical and professional experience

General Networking/Security knowledge
Knowledge of DevOps/github processes
Understanding of SNMP

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Research is the organic growth engine of IBM and an innovation engine for our customers and partners. As part of this mission, IBM Research anticipates and examines 'What's Next in Computing' to ultimately create and integrate the technologies the world relies upon to solve big challenges and unlock new opportunities. We create and pioneer new markets for IBM, our partners and customers as exemplified in our ongoing quest to reach practical and large-scale quantum computing. Across IBM Research, we realize the power and potential to accelerate discovery with our partners and clients by combining the power of high performance computing, AI, and Quantum, all integrated through the hybrid cloud.

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.

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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

Supplemental 1 employees may be eligible for up to 8 paid holidays, minimum of 56 hours paid sick time and the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan. IBM offers paid family medical leave and disability benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 15 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

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.

Job Title

Quantum Network Engineer Intern 2027

Date posted

22-Sep-2026

Job ID

133470

City / Township / Village

Yorktown Heights

State / Province

New York

Country

United States