IBM

Human Computer Interaction Research Scientist Intern: 2025


Pay$156420.00 / year
LocationMultiple Cities/Multiple
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 727349BR

      Your Role and Responsibilities

      This is for a 2025 summer internship with the following start dates: May - August or June - September for quarter system schools.

      We are currently seeking a motivated intern specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) to join our team. This internship provides the opportunity to collaborate closely with researchers in the design, implementation, and evaluation of tools and frameworks that enhance the traceability and accountability of data practices essential for the responsible development of AI technologies. The successful candidate will focus on topics at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction, Critical Data Studies, and Responsible AI. Your responsibilities will include assisting in the design and execution of interviews, literature reviews, user studies, and experiments to critically examine the sociotechnical data practices involved in the implementation and deployment of AI systems.

      Introduction

      Research Scientists are charting the future of Artificial Intelligence, creating breakthroughs in quantum computing, discovering how blockchain will reshape the enterprise, and much more. Join a team that is dedicated to applying science to some of today's most complex challenges, whether it’s discovering a new way for doctors to help patients, teaming with environmentalists to clean up our waterways or enabling retailers to personalize customer service.

      Required Technical and Professional Expertise

      • Applicants should be PhD & MS students pursuing graduate studies.
      • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Information Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Human-Centered Computing, or a related field.
      • Demonstrated understanding of HCI principles and research methodologies.
      • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
      • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

      Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

      • Knowledge of critical data studies and their implications for technology and user interaction.
      • Previous research experience or academic publications in relevant areas.

      Required Education

      Bachelor's Degree

      Preferred Education

      Master's Degree

      About Business Unit

      Research is the organic growth engine of and an innovation engine for our customers and partners. As part of this mission, Research anticipates and examines 'What's Next in Computing' to ultimately create and integrate the technologies the world relies upon to solve big challenges and unlock new opportunities. We create and pioneer new markets for , our partners and customers as exemplified in our ongoing quest to reach practical and large-scale quantum computing. Across Research, we realize the power and potential to accelerate discovery with our partners and clients by combining the power of high performance computing, AI, and Quantum, all integrated through the hybrid cloud.

      Wonder if IBM is the one for you?

      In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as ers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

      Being an er means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

      Our ers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other ers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our ers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

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      About IBM

      's greatest invention is the er. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

      Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the Cloud to run their business.

      At , we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

      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 Employee Stock Purchase Plan. offers paid family medical leave and disability benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law. 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. This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

      Being You @ 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. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

      Country/Region

      United States

      State / Province

      MULTIPLE

      City / Township / Village

      MULTIPLE CITIES

      Work Arrangement

      Hybrid

      IBM Business Group

      Research

      Primary job category

      Research

      Secondary Job Category

      Research Staff

      Role ( Job Role )

      Research Scientist

      Employment Type

      Full-time OR Part-time

      Contract type

      Internship

      Projected Maximum Salary

      $156,420

      Projected Minimum Salary

      $85,320

      Early Professional Track

      No Track

      Position Type

      Intern

      Travel Required

      No Travel

      Company

      (0147) International Business Machines Corporation

      Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

      No

      Company Label

      IBM

  • About the company

      IBM is a global technology and innovation company headquartered in Armonk, NY. It is the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 375,000 employees serving clients in 170 countries. Just completing its 22nd year of patent leadership, IBM Research has defined the future of information technology with more than 3,000 researchers in 12 labs located across six continents.