Description

Introduction

IBM Apprenticeship Program is an official registered apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labor

(DOL). Every graduate of a Registered Apprenticeship program receives a nationally-recognized credential

from the DOL.

During the apprenticeship duration, you will be required to complete specific learning hours and on the job

training that has been outlined to ensure you are developing the skills and competencies essential to the role.

You will be able to learn and grow at your own pace, but we expect most apprentices will complete their

learning within 12 months. Once you graduate and receive your certificate from our apprentice program, you

will be eligible to apply to available full-time roles at IBM.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Hardware Design Technician Apprentice at IBM, you will learn the mechanical packaging and design of

electronic sub-assemblies (power, thermal, IO, planar boards, interconnect frames, brackets, covers etc.) that

make up our z and Power systems using three dimensional (3D) CAD tools like Catia, Creo and Solidworks.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll work closely with experienced engineers and mentors where you will

apply your learning to design parts, assemble early hardware builds and perform application verification

testing. You will have hands on experience with prototypes, troubleshooting field fails and implementing fixes,

operating measurement and machining equipment (e.g. 3D printer) and other functions performed by the

mechanical design team.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Required technical and professional expertise

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program

• Some knowledge or experience with any of the following:

o 3D CAD Tools like Catia, Creo, Solidworks, etc

o Tolerance Analysis

o Fabrication and manufacturing process knowledge beneficial.

Preferred technical and professional experience

none

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive benefits program which may include medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, mental health & well being, 8 paid holidays, minimum 56 hours paid sick time, 80 hours paid vacation, life insurance, 401(k), financial counseling, and the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan. IBM offers paid family medical leave and disability benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law.
This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 15 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

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

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Job Title

Hardware Design Technician Apprentice

Date posted

02-Jun-2026

Job ID

97070

City / Township / Village

HOPEWELL JUNCTION

State / Province

New York

Country

United States

Work arrangement

Onsite

Area of work

Infrastructure & Technology

Employment type

Supplemental 2 (Fixed Term - Long)

Contract type

Fixed Term - Long Term

Projected Minimum Salary per year

49,200.00

Projected Maximum Salary per year

54,120.00

Position type

Internship

Travel required

No Travel

Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation

Shift

General (daytime)

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No



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