Tech Sales Engineer Co-Op: AI, Cloud & Solutions

IBM; University Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 99,000; Part time

Job summary

IBM is seeking an Entry-Level Technical Sales Engineer Co‑Op to learn and contribute across AI, hybrid cloud, automation, data, and security. You will engage with clients and IBM experts to design, demonstrate, and deploy AI-powered solutions using watsonx, supporting pilots that scale into enterprise deployments.

The role blends technical problem-solving with business consulting, offering a path to grow in technical sales and solution consulting while working up to 40 hours per week during

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree by start date in a technical field.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing, software development, AI, automation, data or cybersecurity.
• Experience with at least one programming language (Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, or similar).
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools to prototype, build, or troubleshoot applications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in client discovery sessions to understand objectives, requirements, and environments.
• Design and validate technical solution approaches aligned with business goals.
• Build and deliver demonstrations, proofs of concept, and technical presentations.
• Translate technical concepts into clear business value for diverse audiences.
• Support customer adoption and success by defining use cases and removing barriers.
• Collaborate with sales, technical specialists, and partners to progress opportunities.
• Contribute ideas and best practices to accelerate client success and solution adoption.
• Present findings and recommendations to business and technical stakeholders.

Skills

Actively Enrolled

Programming languages

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's/Master's degree by start date

Tools

AI tools

Job description

IBM is seeking an Entry-Level Technical Sales Engineer Co‑Op to learn and contribute across AI, hybrid cloud, automation, data, and security. You will engage with clients and IBM experts to design, demonstrate, and deploy AI-powered solutions using watsonx, supporting pilots that scale into enterprise deployments.

The role blends technical problem-solving with business consulting, offering a path to grow in technical sales and solution consulting while working up to 40 hours per week during