Job Overview
IBM Research is seeking motivated M.Sc. or Ph.D.-level students to join their innovative team as Interns at the South Africa Research Lab in Johannesburg.
Job Title: IBM Student Internship
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Organization: IBM South Africa (pty) Ltd
Closing Date: TBA
This internship offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge foundation model technologies, develop scalable cloud-based software systems, and collaborate with top research scientists and engineers globally.
Introduction
IBM Research Scientists are pioneering advances in Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, climate science, and more.
Interns will contribute to solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges, such as developing AI-powered warning systems, leveraging quantum computers for drug discovery, and creating foundation models across various domains including language, healthcare, and geospatial sciences.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As an IBM Student Intern, you will:
- Work on groundbreaking foundation model technologies in the field of urban climate using geospatial foundational models.
- Develop processing pipelines for geospatial data.
- Fine-tune IBM’s geospatial foundation models with the TerraTorch package.
- Validate model outputs against observations.
- Collaborate with a global team of research scientists and engineers.
Technical and Professional Expertise
- Enrolled in an M.Sc. or Ph.D. program in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics, Computer & Electronics Engineering, or Physics.
- Proficiency in scientific Python stack (numpy, scipy, pandas, matplotlib, etc.).
- Experience with other programming languages (Java, JavaScript, C/C++, etc.).
- Experience with machine learning and deep learning frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow.
- Ideally, familiarity with geospatial and spatiotemporal data (netCDF, GeoTiff).
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Experience
- Presenting research at technical conferences (Neurips, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, etc.).
- Experience with cloud-native technologies.
- Deep understanding of machine learning concepts, foundation models, and MLOps.
- Familiarity with API development and usage.
About IBM Research
IBM Research is the innovation engine of IBM, focusing on “What’s Next in Computing”. Their work spans high-performance computing, AI, quantum technologies, and hybrid cloud solutions.
The research lab in Johannesburg exemplifies IBM’s commitment to advancing technology and solving global challenges.
Life at IBM
IBM offers an environment of continuous learning, innovation, and inclusion. As an IBMer, you will:
- Develop your skills and career.
- Be encouraged to innovate and experiment.
- Work in a trusting and supportive environment.
- Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.
IBM values curiosity, feedback, and teamwork, fostering a culture where everyone can thrive.
About IBM
Founded in 1911, IBM is a global leader in technology and consulting, committed to responsible innovation. IBM’s focus on AI, quantum computing, and blockchain positions it at the forefront of technological progress.
Equal Opportunity Statement
IBM is an equal-opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or background. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply now by submitting their application. APPLY HERE FOR THIS INTERNSHIP.
Are you ready to join IBM and contribute to shaping the future of technology?
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