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Systems Support Apprentice

IBM

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Location
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
Role Type
Apprenticeship
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Job overview

The Systems Support Apprentice works with engineers and mentors to support client systems, applying hardware knowledge and using current tools and technologies. The registered apprenticeship combines learning hours with on-the-job training, cohort learning, and hands-on work with project teams. Most apprentices are expected to complete learning within 12 months; graduates receive a Department of Labor-recognized credential and may apply for available full-time IBM roles.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Drive to LearnIndependent WorkOrganizationTeamworkVerbal CommunicationAttention to DetailTroubleshootingOperating SystemsNetworking FundamentalsInfrastructure FundamentalsServer ManagementStorage Management

Qualifications

Apprenticeship Program RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED

Full job description

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 a Systems Support Apprentice at IBM, you’ll work with a seasoned group of engineers and mentors in supporting our clients systems. You will have the opportunity to apply your hardware knowledge and experience using the latest tools and technologies.

What is an Apprenticeship?

IBM Apprenticeship Program is an official registered apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL). Every graduate of a Registered Apprenticeship program receives a nationally-recognized credential from the DOL.

During the apprenticeship duration, you will be required to complete specific learning hours and on the job training that has been outlined to ensure you are developing the skills and competencies essential to the role. You will be able to learn and grow at your own pace, but we expect most apprentices will complete their learning within 12 months. Once you graduate and receive your certificate from our apprentice program, you will be eligible to apply to available full-time roles at IBM.

Who you are

An apprenticeship is about learning. We’re seeking candidates who have the following requirements, but we know you’re just getting your career started, and we’re committed to helping you learn and grow. If you’ve had some experience with data analysis or simply working in a team oriented environment in the past, you’re exactly the type of candidate we’re looking for.

To be successful, you need:

  • Drive and eagerness to learn

  • Ability to work independently, and in an efficient and organized manner

  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

  • Strong verbal communication skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Strong troubleshooting

  • Knowledge or experience in any one of the following:

  • Operating Systems like Windows, Linux

  • General networking and infrastructure fundamentals

  • Server or Storage Management

What’s the experience?

As an apprentice, you'll join with other apprentices in a local cohort. You'll go through your first few weeks together, learning about IBM and the skills you'll be attaining throughout your apprenticeship. Then, you'll work with your managers and mentors to progress through your personal skills roadmap, learning and demonstrating new knowledge and competencies through hands-on application with your project teams.

No Visa sponsorship is available.

No Reimbursable relocation is being offered.

Required technical and professional expertise

  • Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program

  • Some knowledge or experience with any of the following:

  • Operating Systems like Windows, Linux

  • General networking and infrastructure fundamentals

  • Server or Storage Management

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience -None

Required Education - High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Education - Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Eligibility Requirements - None

Your Life @ IBM

What matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?

Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.

Preferred technical and professional experience

  • Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program

  • Some knowledge or experience with any of the following:

  • Operating Systems like Windows, Linux

  • General networking and infrastructure fundamentals

  • Server or Storage Management

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience -None

Required Education - High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Education - Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Eligibility Requirements - None

Your Life @ IBM

What matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?

Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.

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.

How this job compares

Set against the 11,576 open Systems Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • New York median$116–184K/yr237 salary ranges
  • New York median$38–64/hr23 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 322 open Systems Engineer jobs in New York and 11,576 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
Systems Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (9,652 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 4,741 of the 11,576 open Systems Engineer jobs (41%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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