IBM – AI & Analytics Apprentice

Application Priority Deadline: Friday October 2nd, 2026

Job Title: AI & Analytics Apprentice

Employer: IBM

Paid Hours per week: Part-Time (20-24 hours) with Required Technical Coursework

Work Schedule: Weekdays (M-F), approximately 3 days per week during regular business hours. IBM to determine exact work schedule prior to job offer.

Hourly Wages: $21/hour

Length of apprenticeship: 6 months

Start: January 2027

Modality: In-person

Work Location: Chicago, IL (Downtown Loop)

Apprenticeship Overview: An apprenticeship is a paid “earn-and-learn” program that combines college classroom instruction with practical, on the job work experience. Apprentices split their time each week between participating in IT classes at CCC and working for their apprenticeship employer. Students will be paid for the hours they work at their apprenticeship worksite.

Employer Name: IBM

Company Description:
IBM is a multinational technology company that specializes in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and enterprise solutions, driving innovation across industries.

Job Summary:
As an AI & Analytics apprentice, you’ll join a structured, earn-and-learn program designed to build foundational and applied skills in artificial intelligence. Working alongside experienced practitioners and mentors in a collaborative environment, you’ll develop core technical competencies and gain hands-on exposure to real project work, progressing over a structured program that combines on-the-job training with formal technical instruction. Exact day-to-day responsibilities will be shaped by the specific team, project needs, and specialization path assigned during the program.

Responsibilities:
General responsibilities are expected to evolve as the program and specific team placement are finalized. In general, apprentices should expect to:

• Build foundational knowledge in AI and related technical concepts through structured coursework and self-paced learning
• Apply new skills to supervised, hands-on project work alongside experienced team members
• Collaborate with mentors, managers, and project teams to complete assigned tasks and deliverables
• Participate in ongoing skill assessments, feedback sessions, and professional development activities
• Complete a capstone project or final deliverable demonstrating applied competency near the end of the program

Minimum Qualifications

The following are general qualifications for IT apprenticeship roles at IBM. Exact qualifications will vary by role and will be communicated during the screening process.  

• Education: Must be enrolled at CCC for Spring 2027 in a relevant degree program or continuing education (CE) IT course. Preference will be given to candidates graduating in May 2027. 

• Skills: Basic computer literacy; interest in enterprise systems or business technology, exposure to programming, data, or technology concepts 

• Experience: Prior coursework and/or exposure to technology-related fields  

• Persistence:  ability to adhere to strict schedule – equally prioritizing required apprenticeship coursework and on-the-job training   

• Competencies: Strong willingness to learn, adaptability, problem-solving ability, and communication skills; ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team 

Application Documents

• Resume (Required)
  • Expected graduation date
  • Degree
  • Home College
  • Skills (include what technology you have used)
  • Relevant coursework, include projects you have done
  • Bootcamps,
  • GitHub (If you have it, include it)
• Cover Letter (required)

Before you Apply:

Click here to download sample resume and cover letter

Resume Template

Cover Letter Template

Contact the Career Development Department at your campus for assistance with your résumé, cover letter or interviewing workshops:

Contact through Navigate

• Daley College – Lisset Diaz  – on Navigate
• Harold Washington College – Julie McCarthy, Jasmin Dobson OR Ashley Smith – on Navigate
• Kennedy-King College – Ingrid Prioleau Byrd – on Navigate

Contact through email:

• Malcolm X College  MXC-Careers@ccc.edu
• Olive-Harvey College –  Charlene Haymond-Bussell  –  chaymond-bussell@ccc.edu
• Truman College –  Meredith Gallo – mgallo7@ccc.edu
• Wilbur Wright College – Joe Reaves – jreaves@ccc.edu

How to Apply:

1. 1. Review this job description
   2. Attend one of the two optional Information Sessions with IBM:

• September 16, 1pm – 2pm
• September 21, 1pm – 2pm
• Both sessions use the same registration link: [Register Here]

Then:

1. 1. Update your Resume and Cover Letter (templates above)
   2. Click the link below to Apply
   3. After completing the application link, your resume and cover letter will be screened by CCC to determine IF you meet the requirements for the position.
   4. CCC will communicate with you if you are moved forward in the process.

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