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Firmware Developer Intern - Poughkeepsie - 2027

IBM

Location

Poughkeepsie, NY

Type

Internship

Posted

9/9/2026

Compensation

$61,200 - $142,800 per year

Undergraduate Internship
H-1B FY202697.2% approval+31% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Firmware Developer Intern role at IBM focuses on developing firmware for various components within IBM mainframes, including hardware management consoles and cryptographic processors. Interns will work within agile teams, applying methodologies throughout the development cycle. The position offers exposure to embedded programming, communication protocols, and user-interface design. Ideal candidates will have a passion for technology and a foundational understanding of software design.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.
  • Fundamental education in software design and/or testing is necessary.
  • Knowledge of programming languages such as C, C++, Java, and Assembly is required.
  • Scripting knowledge in Python, JavaScript, Perl, or Bash is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop firmware for hardware management consoles and cryptographic processors.
  • Support the development of I/O adapters and Secure Service Containers.
  • Implement complex z/Architecture instructions and recovery functions.
  • Apply agile methodologies throughout the entire development cycle.
  • Conduct software performance analysis, debugging, and testing.

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%

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Initial approvals by fiscal year

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