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Join IBM Research as a Summer Software Intern – AI, Data & Quantum

Kick‑start your tech career with IBM Research’s summer internship in Gurgaon or Bangalore, working on AI, data, and quantum computing projects alongside world‑class mentors.

October 27, 20262 min readGurgaon & Bangalore, India (On‑site/Hybrid)By Hirecept Editorial
Join IBM Research as a Summer Software Intern – AI, Data & Quantum

Embark on a transformative 3‑month journey with IBM’s cutting‑edge research labs in Gurgaon and Bangalore. As a Summer Intern, you’ll dive into real‑world AI, data, and quantum computing challenges, collaborate with top scientists, and build a portfolio that can launch your career in technology.

Company Overview & Mission

IBM India has been a trusted partner since 1992, delivering innovative solutions across finance, healthcare, automotive, and more. IBM Research India and the IBM Software Innovation Lab drive breakthrough research in quantum computing, AI agents, and next‑generation data platforms, aiming to empower enterprises with intelligent, hybrid‑cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities & Day‑to‑Day Impact

  • Contribute to AI‑driven automation projects, building models for enterprise applications.
  • Develop and test quantum algorithms (e.g., QAOA) on IBM Quantum hardware using Qiskit.
  • Engineer data pipelines and large‑scale AI models with Python, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
  • Collaborate with mentors to design experiments, reproduce research results, and document findings.
  • Participate in code reviews, version control (Git), and agile sprint activities.
  • Present progress and insights to cross‑functional teams and senior researchers.

Qualifications & Requirements

Requirement Details
Education Pursuing B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, or Ph.D. (minimum 70% / 7.0 CGPA)
Technical Skills Python (Pandas, NumPy, VS Code, Jupyter), AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), Qiskit (for quantum track)
Core Knowledge Data structures, algorithms, linear algebra, probability, statistics
AI/ML Foundations Supervised/unsupervised learning, neural networks, LLMs, generative AI (langchain, crew.ai)
Research Aptitude Ability to read, implement, and extend ideas from research papers
Preferred Experience Work with Watsonx.ai, AI risk assessment, quantum circuit optimization, RL libraries, Docker/Kubernetes
Soft Skills Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork abilities

Compensation, Benefits & Work Culture

  • Competitive stipend aligned with industry standards for summer internships.
  • Access to IBM’s global research resources, cloud platforms, and quantum computers.
  • Mentorship from senior scientists and engineers across AI, data, and quantum domains.
  • Flexible hybrid work environment (on‑site labs in Gurgaon/Bangalore with remote collaboration tools).
  • Inclusive IBM culture that values curiosity, continuous learning, and diverse perspectives.

How to apply for this role

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    Read the full posting first

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    Match your résumé to three requirements

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