Introduction

In the Information Age, data is the most valuable resource. If you can describe yourself as the powerful combination of data hacker, analyst, communicator, and advisor, our Data Specialist position is the right one for you. As a savvy liaison for our teams, you will create solutionsand provide actionable insightsthat shape the future of our business.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Junior Data Analyst at IBM, you'll use the latest tools and technologies available to deliver best in class data analysis, business results, and quantifiable return on investment for our business and business partners. You'll be responsible for ensuring that our clients' critical projects are expertly organized, scheduled, analyzed, communicated, and managed to help organizations improve their business outcomes in the global marketplace.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll work closely with multiple experienced data scientists and mentors in an interactive, collaborative environment. You'll learn the fundamentals of data cleansing, synthesis, and analysis. Also, you will be introduced to additional concepts, skills, and tools including scripting and analytics like SPSS, Python, R; Statistical tools like regression analysis, Statistical Process Control; presentation skills, client relationship management skills, Microsoft Excel skills, lean six sigma concepts, Big Data knowledge, agile principles, IBM Design Thinking, communication skills, and finally, you will apply these skills to prepare for and successfully obtain data analytics experience that may lead to certification as a Junior Data Scientist.

IBM Certification, as a Junior Data Scientist, provides the credentials and career milestones earned through demonstrated usage of Data Science tools and methodology through case studies, business references, and technical references. Our apprenticeship program will allow you to build your skills to grow your career as a Junior Data Analyst.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program
• 0 - 2 years work experience in a customer-oriented role

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Business systems analysis
• Lean Six Sigma (Yellow, Green, or Black Belts)
• Basic knowledge of Information Technology Delivery methods
• Familiarity or use of statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, SPSS
• Any scripting or programming experience is a plus

About Business Unit

IBM Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) team represents a variety of functions such as marketing, finance, legal, operations, HR, and more, all working together to solve some of the world's most complex problems, help our clients achieve success and build collaborative work environments for IBMers.

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. Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.

About IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.

Location Statement

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

IBM intends this job to be performed entirely outside of Colorado.

Being You @ IBM

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, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. 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 IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, 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.