External Relations Professional

Job Description

Job Title: External Relations Professional. Location: Yorktown Heights, New York, United States. Travel Requirement: Some travel may be required. Visa Sponsorship: Not available

You’ll join a high-impact team supporting strategic media relations and content development; Working directly with researchers and executive stakeholders, you will lead storytelling initiatives that position IBM as a driver of transformational change across industries.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute external communications strategies for IBM Research, particularly in areas such as quantum computing, AI, hybrid cloud, and next-gen semiconductors.
• Craft compelling content including press releases, blogs, FAQs, media plans, and pitches.
• Build and manage strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and media outlets;
• Collaborate with IBM researchers to identify newsworthy developments and translate them into clear, accessible stories.
• Align media efforts with IBM’s broader corporate communications, marketing, and social media teams.
• Coordinate and manage press events, briefings, and media engagements;
• Track and analyze media coverage and trends; provide actionable insights to enhance outreach.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and develop relevant content and strategies accordingly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 6+ years of experience in technology media relations, marketing communications, or related fields
• Proven track record in planning and executing media campaigns;
• Strong experience in media engagement, with ability to pitch and manage press relationships
• Strategic advisor to executives with the ability to present confidently

Preferred:

• Experience working with complex technical subject matter, particularly in enterprise or emerging tech
• Understanding of IBM’s research areas such as quantum computing, AI, and semiconductors
• Familiarity with developing content in collaboration with creative, internal comms, and social media teams

Benefits:

Eligible employees may access:

• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, mental health
• Financial: 401(k), stock purchase plan, life and disability insurance, financial counseling
• Paid Time Off: 12 holidays, at least 56 hours of sick leave, 120 hours of vacation, 12 weeks parental leave, and family care leave
• Learning: Personalized, AI-driven training platform with certifications;
• Community: Inclusive employee resource groups, volunteer programs, product/service discounts

Additional Information:

• IBM values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment.
• Applicants with criminal histories will be considered in line with applicable laws;
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship to apply for this position.
• This role is not commission-based.