Intern 2026: Quantum Network / Security Engineer bei IBM

Introduction

IBM Research takes responsibility for technology and its role in society. Working in IBM Research means you'll join a team who invent what's next in computing, always choosing the big, urgent and mind-bending work that endures and shapes generations. Our passion for discovery, and excitement for defining the future of tech, is what builds our strong culture around solving problems for clients and seeing the real world impact that you can make.

IBM's product and technology landscape includes Research, Software, and Infrastructure. Entering this domain positions you at the heart of IBM, where growth and innovation thrive.

Your role and responsibilities

Advance the development of quantum computing systems and the datacenter networking infrastructure

Learn new quantum engineering techniques and incorporate those principles into work processes for building the next generation of quantum computers

Participate in corporate events, executive speaker series, and showcase effective time management. Expectation is that the intern will help with network setup, testing and verification. You will also need to be familiar with network monitoring software. Have the ability to gather monitoring data from other hardware components and derive trends from the data.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Computer science or EE

• Proficient in Linux

• Automation knowledge - Ansible/Python

• Understanding of API's

• Desire/interest to work in the field of computer networking/security

Preferred technical and professional experience

• General networking/security knowledge

• Knowledge of DeVos/GitHub processes

• Understanding of SNMP

IBM 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.