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IBM has announced that FutureNow Chicago will be located in the Quantum Works building at the IQMP. 

Team members working at IBM FutureNow Centers thrive on solving complex client obstacles, while advancing technologies and making a meaningful impact in communities. The company is preparing to hire Chicago roles in cybersecurity, AI and quantum.

With IBM’s culture of learning, collaboration and opportunity, the journey of innovation begins with you.

All open roles will be posted directly on IBM’s careers page and in the links below:

• Click here: Associate Data Engineer
• Click here: Associate Application Developer
• Click here: Associate Package Specialist
• Click here: Associate Security Specialist
• Click here to visit IBM's careers page

Chicago State University is building the quantum workforce of tomorrow through its Quantum Education, Science & Technology Center (CQuEST).

As an educational partner for the IQMP, CSU is developing paid internships for IBM FutureNow Chicago — creating opportunities for students to gain experience in the field while working towards bachelor's and master's level degrees.

In addition, CSU’s CQuEST offers cutting edge coursework, certificates in Semiconductor Technology and Manufacturing and Quantum Information Science & Engineering, and research and training opportunities starting at the high school level to equip students for a future in research and in-demand tech roles.

Click here to visit Chicago State University's CQuEST website to learn more about possibilities.

As an educational partner for the IQMP, City Colleges of Chicago is helping prepare the next generation by managing paid apprenticeships for IBM FutureNow Chicago — with many opportunities available to individuals with a high school degree or equivalent.

Offering hands-on training and industry-recognized credentials, City Colleges is readying students for paid work-based learning opportunities in the growing tech field.

Click here to visit City Colleges’ website to learn about paid apprenticeship opportunities.

As an educational partner of IBM’s FutureNow Chicago, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will be working with IBM to connect students to internship and co‑op opportunities. Additional details on complementary work‑based learning and educational resources will be shared soon.

No matter your education level, you can access apprenticeship opportunities through Apprenticeship Illinois, a statewide initiative of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board’s Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeship Committee.

With over 22,000 active apprenticeships, 455 active programs and approximately 1,700 employer partners statewide, Illinois is ready to help the quantum and microelectronics industry build its next generation of talent.

• Explore the State’s Workforce Portal at Illinois workNet: Illinois workNet is the State’s free workforce portal, a one-stop resource for job seekers exploring careers, finding training programs and connecting to apprenticeships — and for employers looking to recruit talent, access hiring incentives and build their workforce pipeline.
• Find Workforce Support Close to Home with American Job Center: American Job Centers (AJCs) are federally funded, locally operated career resource centers available at no cost to both job seekers and employers.
• Connect with an Apprentice Specialist: Apprentice Specialists are a no-cost resource for employers who want to launch or expand an apprenticeship program. Specialists help employers navigate the registration process, connect with local training providers and recruit from the regional workforce pipeline.