University Placement 2025-26: Software Developer

Introduction
At IBM work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
**Important Information**

For this placement our roles are based onsite at our Hursley Labs Campus near Winchester Hampshire.

This internship will run for 12 Months from 9th July 2025 to 8th July 2026

Introduction :

At IBM work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities :

As a Software Developer Intern you’ll get involved in virtually every stage of developing new solutions or supporting and improving existing ones. Using your problem solving skills you will work in teams alongside other developers engineers and industry experts providing innovative and creative solutions to a wide selections of businesses helping to solve complex problems for our customers. We love the fresh ideas and perspectives that our interns bring to the table. We value learning and development so you will also be encouraged to join various projects outside of your day job such as hackathons etc to help grow your network and build your skills and experience resulting in a successful and rewarding placement year. From day one you will have access to a buddy to support you throughout the programme and there are also opportunities for mentorship. IBM is a nurturing environment for you to learn in and prosper with a career path full of rewards. During your time on the scheme you will be supported by an Early Professional Development Manager (EPDM) your EPDM works alongside your Line Manager mentors and your fellow team members to help you get the most from this opportunity.

What we look for:

• Some experience of one or more of the following languages (whether self taught or through work experience): Java Python Javascript C/C++ Golang

• Great attention to detail and ability to problem solve

• Ability to collaborate well in a team environment and share your ideas

• Proficient oral and written communication skills

• Ability to take initiative

• You’ll be on track for a 2:1 or above in your degree (ideally STEM however we do consider all degree backgrounds) and be in your penultimate year of University

• You will need to be eligible to complete a 12 month placement as part of your degree course

• Authorised to work in the UK for the duration of your placement year

If you are excited about the thought of taking part in our Software Developer Internship please apply without delay. The roles will not be available for long! As part of the application process completion of a Exploration Session are the next steps to joining our phenomenal team. We look forward to meeting you.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Some experience of one or more of the following languages (whether self taught or through work experience): Java Python Javascript C/C++ Golang

• Great attention to detail and ability to problem solve

• Ability to collaborate well in a team environment and share your ideas

• Proficient oral and written communication skills

• Ability to take initiative

• You’ll be on track for a 2:1 or above in your degree (ideally STEM however we do consider all degree backgrounds) and be in your penultimate year of University

• You will need to be eligible to complete a 12 month placement as part of your degree course

• Authorised to work in the UK for the duration of your placement year

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
None