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IBM Internship: IBM Z Cryptography Algorithms Optimizer (m/f/x) in Ehningen, Germany
Introduction
At IBM Infrastructure & Technology, we design and operate the systems that keep the world running. From high-resiliency mainframes and hybrid cloud platforms to networking, automation, and site reliability. Our teams ensure the performance, security, and scalability that clients and industries depend on every day. Working in Infrastructure & Technology means tackling complex challenges with curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies and colleagues worldwide to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions that power innovation. With continuous learning, career growth, and a supportive culture, IBM provides the opportunities to build expertise and shape the infrastructure that drives progress.
Your role and responsibilities
As part of this internship program, you will combine academic learning with real industry experience. You will work on a low-level cryptography project involving cutting-edge technologies and performance-critical algorithm optimization. Interns collaborate in a small, focused team and contribute to meaningful development tasks.
Required technical and professional expertise
• Enrollment at a university in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Familiar with some Linux distributions
• Knowledge of C programming, at least one assembly language, and experience with Git or other version-control systems
• A strong interest in cryptography or computer algebra
• Solid problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Fluency in German or English (spoken and written)
Preferred technical and professional experience
• Practical experience implementing big-integer arithmetic algorithms
• Familiarity with elementary number theory
• Knowledge of the IBM Z architecture
• Experience with Linux kernel programming
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.