Data Scientist Intern (16 months, September 2026)

At IBM Developer Skills Network, we engage closely with all business units of IBM, academic institutions, and customers large and small. As part of our open‑source mission, we work closely with various open‑source communities as both contributors and users. We containerize and orchestrate at scale, apply machine learning, AI, and blockchain, and everything else that's cool and new.

We make bets about what's coming next, not just what is popular today. We are looking for someone who is not afraid of learning new technologies quickly and applying them to implement creative solutions to scaling and service reliability problems.

Candidates with a strong Data Scientist background, instead of a more traditional web development profile, will also be eligible/considered for this position.

We offer a great working environment with the latest tools and the smartest people. You'll have ultimate flexibility in choosing technologies. We guarantee continuous learning at the cutting edge of everything tech. By joining our team, you will establish your eminence in the industry.

This position resides in Markham, ON and is a 16-month work term commencing in September 2026. It is mandatory that all applicants are enrolled in full‑time studies at a post‑secondary institution and return to full‑time studies upon completion of the work‑term.

As a Data Scientist for the IBM Developer Skills Network, you will have the opportunity to work on the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of a large‑scale content syndication and learning management system that is deployed across four continents and several data centers, impacting millions of people worldwide. In addition to your software development responsibilities, you will be tasked with creating AI tutorials and demos aimed at such an audience of millions of developers worldwide.

If you have ever wanted to help build something akin to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store but for education, this is your opportunity. We are looking for someone who is passionate about technical writing and competent in software development, regardless of the number of years of experience.

Being a Data Scientist intern at IBM is not just a job title - it's a mindset. Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in AI, foundation models, and large language models. Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks to assess their potential impact on solution design and implementation.

Build interesting projects with AI, then teach others how to do the same. This is a long‑term internship designed to help you achieve your potential and shape you into a fully‑fledged Data Scientist.

Bachelor's Degree

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• Python or similar language
  
• Basic JavaScript familiarity
  
• Large Language Models (LLMs)
  
• Conversant about AI technology, the latest industry trends and how it is being applied to address business challenges
  
• Possess verbal, written, and interpersonal skills that are engaging and compelling.
  
• Must be eligible to work 16 months starting in September
  

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• Knowledge of AI frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras or Hugging Face
  
• Understanding in the usage of libraries such as SciKit Learn, Pandas, Matplotlib, etc