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This role could be working within the OS, Processor (CP) or IO side of the SAK team or a mix depending on defined project for the internship. Example IO would include FICON channel adapters, Networking protocol & adapter, and Coupling Facility. The CP & OS work varies depending on new features, operations, and functions being developed for the latest machine technologies. The SAK team has many years of proven methodology with a pseudo-random test approaches. The SAK test platform is used to verify machines in pre-silicon processor simulation and in all phases of post-silicon testing, including initial bring-up, regression & functional verification, manufacturing builds and field installs. Source code is stored in a Github repository and accessed / managed in the Visual Studio code development platform. In-house tools and processes have been developed to facilitate code compiles and library sessions. 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