Spring Software Developer Co-op – Hybrid

IBM; Lowell (NC); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 166,000; Part time

Job summary

IBM Software is seeking Software Developer Co-op students for a 16-week Spring 2027 program in a hybrid environment. You will work with seasoned IBM developers to design, build, and test software powering cloud, AI, and hybrid-platform solutions.

The role welcomes candidates passionate about coding across languages and technologies, with hands-on exposure to real IBM projects. You’ll gain experience in modern development practices, participate in Agile processes, and collaborate across teams to

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program at the time of application and returning to complete the degree after the co-op.
• Available to start full-time between December 2027 and August 2028.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) at an IBM location for 16 weeks between Jan 19 - May 7.
• Co-op requires a full-time commitment; students should not be enrolled in concurrent coursework during the co-op.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, testing, and debugging of software in front-end, back-end, or full-stack environments.
• Work with a variety of programming languages depending on the project (examples: Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++, Go, Rust, Swift, Kotlin, or others).
• Help build user interfaces using frameworks like React or contribute to back-end services and APIs.
• Use Git and other version-control and collaboration tools.
• Work with cloud and container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and REST APIs.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and technical discussions.
• Explore emerging technologies, including AI/ML, automation, and cloud-native development.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

C++

Go

Rust

Swift

Kotlin

Git

React

Docker

Kubernetes

REST APIs

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Git

React

Docker

Kubernetes

REST APIs

Job description

IBM Software is seeking Software Developer Co-op students for a 16-week Spring 2027 program in a hybrid environment. You will work with seasoned IBM developers to design, build, and test software powering cloud, AI, and hybrid-platform solutions.

The role welcomes candidates passionate about coding across languages and technologies, with hands-on exposure to real IBM projects. You’ll gain experience in modern development practices, participate in Agile processes, and collaborate across teams to