at IBM in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Introduction
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.
About the IBV
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
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.
Core 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 communication 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
The primary internship program dates are May to July 2027 (10 weeks).
Required technical and professional expertise
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in communications, business, economics, public policy, or similar fields
- Interest in primary research and data analysis
- Strong writing and storytelling skills; fluent written and oral English
- Ability to distill complex information into accessible messaging
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools
- Proficiency in PowerPoint; experience with basic design or layout tools a plus
- Strong time management abilities and self-motivation, as this role is remote
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.
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