BackEnd Developer Intern

Location: Poughkeepsie, New York, United States | Hybrid | Co-op, fixed-term internship | Daytime schedule | No travel required Projected annual salary range: $61,200–$138,600. Compensation is based on factors such as role-related skills, experience, and location.

About The Company: IBM is a global technology company that helps organizations use technology to solve complex business and societal challenges. Through work across infrastructure, software, consulting, and research, IBM supports clients as they modernize systems, manage data, and build new capabilities. The company brings together people with varied backgrounds and areas of expertise to develop practical, dependable technology. An internship at IBM offers an opportunity to learn in a professional environment and contribute to work connected to the company’s technology organization.

About The Role: IBM is seeking a Back End Developer Intern for its 2027 co-op program in Poughkeepsie, New York. This fixed-term internship is suited to a student interested in software development and the systems that support applications behind the scenes. You will work with experienced colleagues on backend development activities, gaining exposure to how teams plan, build, test, and maintain software. The position follows a hybrid work arrangement and a general daytime schedule. No travel is required. This is an internship position and is not commissionable or based on sales incentives.

Qualifications: Candidates should be pursuing or recently working toward an education in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or a related field. A foundation in programming concepts, data structures, and problem-solving is important. Familiarity with one or more programming languages used for backend development is helpful, as is an interest in databases, APIs, and server-side application design. Coursework, personal projects, or other practical experience that demonstrates the ability to write and explain code can support your application. Successful candidates communicate clearly, collaborate respectfully, and show curiosity when learning unfamiliar tools or concepts. You should be organized, attentive to detail, open to feedback, and able to make steady progress on assigned work. Applicants must be able to meet the requirements of a fixed-term internship and work in the hybrid arrangement associated with the Poughkeepsie location. Specific academic, eligibility, and program requirements may apply during the hiring process.

Responsibilities: As a member of the technology team, you may contribute to backend software tasks under the guidance of experienced developers. Responsibilities may include helping design, implement, and maintain server-side components; writing readable, well-structured code; and participating in code reviews and team discussions. You may assist with developing or integrating APIs, working with data storage, and investigating application behavior. You will also help test changes, reproduce issues, document findings, and support troubleshooting so that software is reliable and maintainable. You will collaborate with colleagues to understand requirements, break work into manageable tasks, and share progress. The internship may involve learning team development practices, tools, and workflows, then applying them to assigned projects. You are expected to ask questions, consider feedback, follow applicable security and quality practices, and communicate potential challenges promptly. Project assignments and the technologies used may vary according to team needs.

Benefits: This internship provides practical experience in a technology organization, opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, and exposure to collaborative software development. You can build technical and communication skills while contributing to meaningful team work. The position is hybrid and based in Poughkeepsie, New York. The projected annual salary range is $61,200 to $138,600; actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors and applicable program terms. Benefit eligibility, if any, is determined by IBM policy and the terms of the internship. Equal OpportunityIBM is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics as defined by applicable law. IBM is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive workplace and considers qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws and policies. Candidates who need an accommodation during the application or hiring process may request assistance through IBM’s recruiting channels.