Introduction

This role is for an internship in Summer 2026. The Internship is expected to start on Tuesday, May 26th with an end date of Friday, July 31st. Candidates must be available to start and end on these days.

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At IBM, we believe technology shapes the world, and we are a catalyst for innovation and creativity. We are at the forefront of groundbreaking change – improving businesses, society, and the human condition. As a leader in Hybrid Cloud and AI, we are leading the charge in a worldwide digital transformation.

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Our Marketing, Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility (MCC) team tells this story and is responsible for positioning IBM in the market. We define and optimize IBM’s brand, capture the market’s attention, and articulate our point of view for clients, partners, the media, and even other IBMers. As part of our team, you'll be surrounded by bright minds and keen collaborators – always willing to help and be helped – as you apply passion to work that will compel our audience to choose IBM's products and services.

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When you join IBM, you join a culture of openness, collaboration, and trust. You join a team of IBMers who are helping technology support a positive global transformation. So join us and experience a place where you can co-create your learning and opportunities. A place where teamwork and unique ideas are treasured. A place where you can bring innovation to life.

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Your role and responsibilities

As an IBM Marketing Intern, you’ll work collaboratively, driving work that addresses a strategic IBM Marketing business challenge.  In addition to your project work, the internship includes educational, networking, and social activities. Between project work and intern programming, you'll get to touch a variety of areas within Marketing. At the end of program, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your final outcomes to a large audience of Marketing Leaders and Practitioners across the organization.  This is a highly visible intern program with leadership exposure and mentorship throughout the summer.

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Intern projects can span all areas of Marketing, including Field, Account Marketing, Demand Strategy,  Sports & Entertainment Partnerships, and more.  Previous intern projects have included:

• Creating cohesive messaging strategies to increase global executive eminence
• Increasing awareness and engagement across social channels for our AI for Business products
• Optimizing the digital journey for IBM offerings
• Developing customer targeting and marketing strategies for our core products
• Building AI solutions to support marketing campaigns and communications strategies
• Designing marketing activations and communications plans to support our F1 partnership
  
  

This role is based in New York City. We work in a hybrid environment. This position will be required to come into the office at least three days per week.

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This role will be posted until September 30. We will review all applications.

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IBM will not be providing Visa sponsorship for these positions now or in the future.  Therefore, to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future Visa sponsorship.

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Required education

High School Diploma/GED

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Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

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Required technical and professional expertise

• Currently enrolled in an accredited University
• Available for an internship in Summer 2026
• Rising senior for the 2026-2027 school year
• Basic knowledge of one or more of the following areas: marketing, public relations, demand strategy, field or account marketing, product marketing, sports and entertainment marketing, brand partnerships, or event marketing
• Fluent in English; strong written and verbal communication skills

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Preferred technical and professional experience

• Basic knowledge of problem-solving and analytical skills
• Basic market research skills
• A strategic, consultative, data-driven mindset

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