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IBM SkillsBuild Badges Micro-Internship Program

Put your new skills learned in IBM SkillsBuild courses to work in a Micro-Internship.

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Over 100 Micro-Internships Available with Companies Like This

These are some of the organizations that have offered Micro-Internships exclusively for IBM SkillsBuild Badge recipients. Many companies will select multiple students to work on a single project so they can benefit from multiple students' perspectives.

To view the Micro-Internships available right now and apply, create a free account on Parker Dewey and type "SkillsBuild" in the search bar.

AI Research in Aviation Operations

Research ways AI is being used to streamline operations in supply chain flows, specifically with baggage handling.

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AI Limitation Research

Identify a specific area in which Milliman operates (healthcare, life insurance, etc.) and prepare a report summarizing the limitations of using AI tools in this space.

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Identifying Emerging Trends in Cybersecurity

Prepare a presentation on the latest trends in cybersecurity, particularly those that are relevant to the Department of Defense.

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AI Training and Development Content

Identify AI training resources to upskill current employees in relevant technologies related to the sports industry.

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Using AI in Career Development Tools

Test and evaluate career and networking content across multiple AI platforms for this Chicago-based education consulting company.

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AI Tool Identification

Research and prepare a report on relevant AI tools being used by Human Resources (HR) departments.

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AI Research in Financial Services

Prepare a report identifying ways AI is being used by wealth management teams.

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AI Research in Water Infrastructure

Identify the ways AI is being used by utilities associated with water infrastructure for Xylem, a global water technology company.

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Getting Started and Tips for Success

COMPLETE YOUR PARKER DEWEY PROFILE
  1. Create an account on Parker Dewey
  2. List your School to the Education Section of your profile. 
  3. Upload your resume. 
  4. Apply to multiple projects that relate to the SkillsBuild badge you earned.
IF SELECTED, CONNECT WITH YOUR SUPERVISOR

Send this email to your project supervisor within 24 hours of being selected to determine the date, time, and format for a kickoff meeting. 

For more resources about this kickoff meeting, click here.

SIGN UP TO GET PAID

If this is your first Parker Dewey Micro-Internship, you will receive an invitation to register for Parker Dewey's payroll system, Tipalti.

For more information about payment for your Micro-Internship, click here.

COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR PROJECT SUPERVISOR

Whether via check-in meetings (agenda template), or email updates (template), use our professional communication tips to make sure your supervisor is kept up-to-date on your progress and any questions you may have.

NEED HELP? GET ADVICE

Get advice from faculty, alumni, or a mentor if you need help with your project. 

DO NOT USE AI

Unless the project requires it or your supervisor gives you permission do not use Artificial Intelligence for any part of your project.  

Click here to review Parker Dewey's Performance Policies.

CHECK YOUR WORK
Remember, this is a professional project that can have a real impact on someone's business. Check, re-check, and then triple-check your work using tools like Grammarly.
SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT

Send your project to your supervisor and follow these instructions for marking the project as complete.

Once your supervisor confirms that your project is complete, your pay is processed at the end of the month.

AFTER THE MICRO-INTERNSHIP

Once you're officially done, complete the project survey in Parker Dewey and all other steps in the post Micro-Internship checklist.

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