Technology Sales - Degree Apprentice

Job Description

Job Title: Technology Sales - Degree Apprentice (Level 6)

Location:

• London, Hursley, Manchester, Farnborough, United Kingdom
• Roles are hybrid and office-based at least 3 days per week when not working at a client site.
• Candidates must live within commuting distance of an IBM location.
• Client-focused work may require travel to client sites or other IBM locations, including staying away from home during the week.

Job Type:

• Internship
• Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship
• Start date: 12 October 2026
• Regular employment, hybrid

Responsibilities:

• Identify and explore new client opportunities.
• Support sales teams with client meetings, demonstrations, and briefings.
• Help create proposals, pitch materials, and bid responses.
• Contribute to proof-of-concepts and pilot projects with clients and partners.
• Understand client challenges and match them with IBM technologies.
• Participate in events, campaigns, and outreach activities;
• Build relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Develop technical and business skills covering information systems, systems development, data, business organizations, project management, and computer and network infrastructure;
• Complete modules in a technical specialism, with the available specialism being IT Consultant.
• Participate in university learning sessions and activities with apprentices from other organizations.
• Take part in networking, mentoring, learning, and other development opportunities.
• Work with a task manager and an early professional manager throughout the apprenticeship.

Technologies:

• Artificial Intelligence and Agentic AI
• Data and AI governance
• Analytics
• Automation
• Cloud solutions
• Infrastructure
• Quantum

Qualifications:

• Sixth form education must already be completed at a school or college.
• Minimum 120 UCAS points, equivalent to BBB at A level.
• Evidence of grades must be provided.
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent at Level 4 or above.
• Valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.
• Must be authorized to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Cannot have already started or completed an apprenticeship or university course in a similar area.
• Strong interest and passion for sales.
• Curiosity about technology and willingness to learn.
• STEM, technology, or computer science subjects are not required for all roles, although some roles may require specific STEM subjects.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Starting salary of £27,000.
• 25 days of holiday per year.
• Flexible benefits, including healthcare and other perks.
• IBM Rewards discounts and benefits at high-street shops and cinemas.
• University experience and interactive learning sessions.
• Networking, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
• Support from dedicated managers throughout the apprenticeship.

Application Instructions:

• Follow the specified application process.
• No online assessment is required.
• The full application form must be completed within 48 hours of the initial application.
• Candidates who do not submit the application form within the required deadline will not be considered.
• Applications are recommended as early as possible because positions will close once sufficient applications are received.
• Successful candidates completing screening are expected to be invited to a virtual exploration session on 2 or 3 September.
• The apprenticeship start date is 12 October 2026, with no exceptions;
• Candidates should review IBM SkillsBuild and the Skills England website for additional information.

Other Information:

• The role may involve travel based on business requirements.
• The position is not remote.
• The role is not commissionable or sales-incentive based.
• IBM is an equal opportunity employer.