Introduction Do you want to pursue a Masteru2019s degree while gaining valuable hands-on experience at one of the worldu2019s leading technology companies? Then Master@IBM study&work is the perfect opportunity for you! As a participant in this program, you will combine a Masteru2019s degree with exciting projects and cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic work environment. Throughout your studies, you will be actively involved in our company, apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios, and build strong professional connections for your future career. Your role and responsibilities Hardware Verification Weu2019re seeking a skilled and motivated Master@IBM student to join our Hardware Verification team. In this role, youu2019ll play a key part in verifying IBMu2019s high-performance processors, which drive our industry-leading computing platforms. IBM zSeries systemsu2014commonly known as mainframesu2014are the backbone of enterprise transaction processing, relied upon by major banks, insurers, and airlines for their unmatched availability. At the core of these systems is the IBM Telum processor, one of the worldu2019s fastest many-core processors, developed by the IBM Bu00f6blingen hardware team in collaboration with global labs. Here are three potential topics for your Master@IBM work. Topic 1: How can we make hardware developer's coding experience more productive? Hardware development is creative engineering work. Recently we've transitioned our developers to a modern, containerized environment using VS Code, significantly boosting productivity and sparking momentum for further innovation. Can you help us improving our development environment further? Youu2019ll work closely with hardware teams to understand their workflows and design and implement novel productivity tools: for example, VS Code language servers for semantic auto-completion of source code, debugger plugins, AI-powered coding assistants, sophisticated file viewers, or static analysis tools. If you have a background in software engineering or user experience (UX) and are excited to improve the day-to-day experience of hundreds of developers, weu2019d love to have you on board! Topic 2: Can Agentic AI help us with project management? Join us in shaping the future of project management with AI. The development of IBM Z processors involves over 800 engineers and over 40 project managersu2014an immense coordination effort that demands smart, adaptive tools. Weu2019re exploring how agentic AI can transform our workflows by acting as digital co-pilots: analyzing project data, identifying risks, optimizing resources, and supporting real-time decision-making. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and AI experts to design and prototype intelligent tools that enhance planning, monitoring, and communication. Your work will make project data more accessible and actionable, helping teams stay aligned and proactive. If youu2019re passionate about AI, curious about project management, and eager to solve real-world problems, weu2019d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us redefine how complex hardware projects are managed. Topic 3: Can we run our simulation jobs in the cloud? To ensure we're producing the best possible hardware, we run tens of thousands of simulation jobs 24/7 in our on-premises compute farm. A complex piece of software called HDWB (hardware developer workbench) keeps track of the jobs that get to worker nodes, collects all results, and presents them to the user. In this work, you will collaborate with key stake holders and users in this area. Youu2019ll analyse our existing environment and investigate on how it could be turned into micro services. You'll explore solutions to run thousands of batch jobs in the cloud, think about reliability, result collection, and user interactions. If you're passionate about the cloud and about (the limits of) scaling, this topic is for you. What You Can Expect from Master@IBM study&work: u2705 Financial independence from day one - with an attractive salary 15h for IBM 20h for IBM 1st year u20ac 1.045 u20ac 1.393 gross/month 2nd year u20ac1.363 u20ac 1.818 gross/month 3rd year u20ac1.510 u20ac 2.013 gross/month u2705An employment contract with a 15 or 20h-hour workweek for IBM. u2705Master studies at recommended German university (of your choice) like TUM, University Stuttgart, University Tu00fcbingen, KIT u2705 Full coverage of semester fees plus travel expenses to your university u2705 State-of-the-art equipment, such as a MacBook, iPhone & more u2705 Personalized development through hands-on training, job shadowing, and career coaching u2705 Masteru2019s thesis in collaboration with your department, ensuring a seamless link between theory and practice u2705 A strong prospect of full-time employment after graduation and promising career opportunities at IBM. To apply for the Master's program at IBM, please submit your CV, your high school diploma, your transcript of records and a letter of motivation. Kindly ensure that all documents are merged into one single PDF file before uploading. Required technical and professional expertise What you bring: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field - Enrolled in a program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field - Solid programming skills (C++ preferred), plus experience with scripting languages like Python - Familiarity with development tools and technologies (e.g., Git) - Strong team player with a passion for working in international teams - Excellent communication skills in German & English IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and 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, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.