IBM · 14 hours ago
Associate Application Consultant 2026 – AWS, IBM&RedHat, Microsoft
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelIBM is a leading technology and consulting company, and they are seeking an Associate Application Consultant to join their Consulting Associates Program. In this role, you will work with clients to address complex business challenges, integrate technology solutions, and enhance their business strategies in a collaborative environment.
Business DevelopmentBusiness Information SystemsCRMData ManagementFoundational AISoftware
Responsibilities
Learning and adopting consulting skills and business knowledge to effectively integrate packaged technology into the client's business environment
Translating client's business needs into business requirements and participating in the production of solutions to drive business value
Working with clients to refine or design their business strategy while working in an agile collaborative environment
Qualification
Required
Outcome focused, possessing a high level of resilience, you demonstrate the flexibility and resolve needed to achieve success across a broad range of consultative contexts
Ability to understand clients' needs and challenges, and apply creative and logical approach to identify solutions
Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analysis skills and ability to derive recommendations informed by data and insights and experience mapping capabilities
Powerful communication and storytelling skills, with an ability to communicate complex situations clearly and simply
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment, able to build direct working relationships across all levels of the IBM and client teams
Openness to assist clients in the design, business architect, process development, functional implementation, and support of applications
Willingness to travel up to 100%
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred
Highly motivated, with clear evidence of drive and significant achievements
A passion for innovative ideas, coupled with the ability to understand and assimilate different points of view
Drive to overcome the most challenging or difficult obstacles and look for ways to improve results
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines, while maintaining focus in an environment with conflicting demands
Majors: Computer Science, MIS/IT, Computer Engineering, Data Science, SW Engineering, or related fields
Certifications: AWS Foundational (Cloud or AI Practitioner); Associate, Professional, or Specialty (Aspirational) in-progress certifications are fine
Experience: Cloud native projects (academic, personal, or internship count); Agile ways of working (ambiguous requirements, evolving scope); Programming (read, debug, and explain code)
Skills/Tech: Programming fundamentals (.NET/ASP.NET, C#, Java, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript.); SQL Basics; networking basics, Terraform/CloudFormation, Linux fundamentals
Familiarity with Microservices architect and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
Passionate about use of AI technology for business advancement; and enjoys experiential learning
Ability to think laterally and consider multiple solution options for a given problem
Operational & consulting mindset (translate technical work to business impact); Communication (ability to clearly communicate technical concepts - verbal and written); Professional readiness (comfort in client-facing environments)
Technical understanding of modern software development patterns
Flexibility to work across architecture – building both front-end and backend
Exposure to cloud and AI concepts such as Azure services, data platforms, security, and AI models through coursework, labs, internships, or personal projects, with a willingness to keep learning
Experience using tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar AI assistants to research, write, analyze, and improve productivity, while applying critical thinking and validation
Company
IBM
IBM is an IT technology and consulting firm providing computer hardware, software, infrastructure, and hosting services.
Founded in 1911
10001+ employees
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Funding
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