Description

Introduction

The IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) leverages deep functional and industry expertise to think beyond borders and provide essential tools to help drive decision making, reveal insights, and gain business advantage. This "think tank" of experts conducts fact-based research; performs advanced data analytics; creates thought leadership; and consults with clients on pressing issues, measuring business performance, building business cases and designing roadmaps to drive value. The IBV is recognized as the top thought leadership producer globally.

Your role and responsibilities

The IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) is seeking a highly motivated university student for a 10‑week summer internship focused on research‑driven storytelling, content creation, and digital communications. The ideal candidate will have strong interest in business, economics, and emerging technologies, paired with foundational skills in writing, strategic communication, and social media engagement.

Reporting to the Global Lead for Engagement & Eminence, the intern will work within the IBV Analytics, Creative, Editorial, and Engagement (ACEE) team, and collaborate across the broader IBV. The intern will support the creation and amplification of thought leadership content across digital channels.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Required technical and professional expertise

• Academic Program Enrollment: Currently enrolled at a university or educational institution, or recently completed qualification.

• Basic Understanding of Business Operations: Familiarity with general business concepts and principles, with a willingness to learn and expand knowledge.

• Exposure to Teamwork: Basic understanding of teamwork and communication skills, with a desire to develop these skills in a professional setting.

• Interest in Professional Development: Desire to gain hands-on experience and build skills in a real-world setting, with a focus on personal and professional growth.

• Curiosity about Industry Trends: Interest in learning about industry trends and developments, with a willingness to explore and learn from experienced professionals.

Specific IBV responsibilities include:
* Translating research findings into clear and compelling narratives for broad audiences
* Supporting development of blogs, social media posts, infographics, and executive-ready summaries
* Assisting in shaping outreach strategies for newly published IBV insights
* Helping ensure content accuracy, clarity, and alignment with IBV brand and tone
* Participating in IBV webinars and synthesizing key takeaways for internal and external communication
* Engaging with IBV experts to understand research themes and support content mapping across channels

Preferred technical and professional experience

No preferred qualifications specified

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Consulting is IBM's consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients' businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

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OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

Supplemental 1 employees may be eligible for up to 8 paid holidays, minimum of 56 hours paid sick time 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.

US Citizenship Required.

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

IBV thought leadership producer intern

Date posted

13-Mar-2026

Job ID

103033

City / Township / Village

Chicago

State / Province

Illinois

Country

United States

Work arrangement

Hybrid

Area of work

Consulting

Employment type

Co-Op (Fixed Term)

Contract type

Internship

Projected Minimum Salary per year

54,000.00

Projected Maximum Salary per year

99,000.00

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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