Partner Technical Specialist Intern (May 2024)

About IBM Malaysia

IBM operates in 175+ countries, and revenue is diversified globally. Its Global Markets unit manages operations strategically, collaborating locally for effective client service. Dedicated managers lead integrated teams, fostering client growth. IBM combines local expertise with global capabilities, adapting swiftly to market shifts. Leveraging digital platforms, IBM extends its reach to new and existing clients.

Your role

As an intern, you’ll integrate and join a network of multi-skilled sales teams across IBM, 3rd party seller Partners, and Customers. Coordinating unique, experiential technical and sales engagements, you’ll establish deep levels of trust that lead to increases in share-of-spend among clients’ IT investment decision-makers.

As an intern, your responsibilities include:

• Enriching customer relationships and establishing IBM as a trusted partner, across IBM’s entire technology portfolio, to drive strategic innovation and results – for IBM, business partners, and your clients.
• Combining modern Hybrid Cloud, Data & AI, Automation, Security, and /or powerful Power System and Storage skills and technologies with industry expertise and an understanding of your client’s business to influence strategy, deliver value, and accelerate client success.
• Opportunity to work with an extended IBM, client and /or seller Partner team through the end-to-end sales process and progressing opportunities to closure.
• Collaborating with other Sales Leaders and customer contacts to frame the opportunities and business value in order to prioritize co-creation sales engagements.

Training & development

At IBM, interns embrace continuous learning and development and are encouraged to be courageous and experiment. With a growth mindset, they stay curious, open to feedback, and contribute to a collaborative culture. Embracing challenges, they focus on outcomes, driving progress and innovation.

Benefits

In addition to the competitive pay other benefits for interns include:

• Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience working on real-world projects.
• Professional Development: Access to training and workshops to enhance skills.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals in the industry.
• Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from experienced mentors.
• Exposure to Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with innovative tools and technologies.
• Career Growth: Opportunity for potential full-time employment after the internship.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive a stipend or salary during the internship period.
• Flexible Work Environment: Experience a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture.

Career progression

Interns at IBM Malaysia have the opportunity to enrich customer relationships and drive strategic innovation across IBM's technology portfolio. By gaining skills in Hybrid Cloud, Data & AI, and other cutting-edge technologies, interns can influence strategy and accelerate client success. Additionally, interns collaborate with IBM and client teams, progressing opportunities and laying the foundation for potential full-time roles through the IBM candidate pipeline recruitment.

Work-life balance

Interns at IBM enjoy a flexible work schedule, with regular office hours from 9 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday. However, there's no strict attendance policy, allowing interns to manage their time efficiently. They can work overtime, take time off, or even work remotely as needed, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Culture & vibe

At IBM Malaysia, interns are immersed in a culture of development and teamwork. IBMers embrace curiosity, feedback, and continuous learning to spur innovation. They build trust and provide support, empowering colleagues to grow. With teamwork and inclusivity as priorities, interns aim for outstanding customer outcomes. They exhibit courage, resourcefulness, and a positive attitude, driving progress and change within IBM.

About you

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• You studied a technical degree i.e., Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or an equivalent subject.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills that are equally engaging, compelling, and influential.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Hands-on exposure to real-world applications of computer science, information systems, or engineering concepts.

Sources

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• ibm.com/careers/us-en/early-career/internship
• ibm.com/careers/us-en/life-at-ibm/
• youtube.com