JobsIBM Z Engineering System Test Back-End Developer - Systems Assurance Kernel (SAK) Intern 2027
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IBM Z Engineering System Test Back-End Developer - Systems Assurance Kernel (SAK) Intern 2027

IBM

Location

Poughkeepsie, NY

Type

Internship

Posted

8/28/2026

Compensation

$75,600 - $138,600 per year

Undergraduate Internship
H-1B FY202697.2% approval+31% YoY
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Job description

The IBM Z Engineering System Test team is seeking an intern for the Systems Assurance Kernel (SAK) team, which focuses on developing architecture verification software for IBM Z systems. This role involves working with cutting-edge technology and collaborating with engineers to design, code, test, and debug software. Interns will gain experience in various aspects of system assurance, including operating systems and hardware verification. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the verification of advanced machine technologies.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Ability to quickly understand and utilize multiple programming languages.
  • Interest in reading IBM Z architecture and creating functional verification programs.
  • Excellent communication skills for a global role.

Responsibilities

  • Create and write architecture verification software for IBM Z systems.
  • Design, code, test, and debug software within the SAK team.
  • Collaborate with development and test engineers, programmers, and technicians.
  • Work on various projects related to operating systems, processors, and input/output architectures.
  • Utilize in-house tools and processes for code compilation and library sessions.

Benefits

  • IBM offers competitive compensation, healthcare coverage, retirement programs, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, wellness programs, flexible work options, and extensive learning and certification resources.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Ibm Corporation

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

656

FY2026

Approval rate

97.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

391

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.0%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+31%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-85%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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