25 software development engineer intern jobs at 19 companies in Illinois
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Software Engineer Intern
Champaign, Illinois, United States
$18-$26/hrHybridPart Time, Internship
BrunswickNYSE: BC: Designs and manufactures marine engines and recreational boats.
Current enrollment in a BS at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (CS/CE/Data Science/Statistics/Physics) and permanent US work authorization; experience with git and software projects; eagerness to learn full-stack development.
DRW: Technology-driven principal trading firm operating in global financial markets
Pursuing BS/MS/PhD in CS, CE, Physics, Math, ML or related; experience with network/multi-threaded programming; strong algorithms and OOP; skills in C++, Python, or Java; strong problem-solving and communication.
Optiver: Global market maker providing liquidity to financial markets.
Student in CS or CE on track to graduate Dec 2027–Jun 2028; proficient in C++, Python, or Java; strong CS fundamentals, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Pursuing BS, MS, or PhD in STEM with expected graduation Fall 2027–Spring 2028; strong Python/C++; knowledge of algorithms and systems; collaborative mindset; eager to learn software design and testing.
Python, C++, Git, Linux, Refactoring, Test Driven Development
Jump Trading: Global proprietary trading firm specializing in algorithmic and high-frequency strategies
Proficiency in C++ or Python on Linux, strong data structures and threading knowledge, coursework or experience in algorithms/OS, reliable availability, collaborative team skills.
IMC: Global trading firm providing liquidity to financial markets.
0+ YOECurrent university student graduating Sep 2027–Jul 2028 pursuing CS/Engineering/related degree; strong algorithms and data structures knowledge; proficiency in a programming language (Java or C++ preferred); able to start June 7, 2027.
Akuna Capital: Proprietary trading firm providing liquidity in global options markets.
Pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. in a technical field; graduating by Aug 2028; major GPA ≥3.5; legal U.S. work authorization on day one (including OPT/STEM); strong Python and distributed systems skills; strong problem-solving and communication.
BlackEdge Capital: Proprietary trading firm specializing in options market making.
Pursuing a CS/CE or related degree (graduating 2028), strong problem-solving, knowledge of low-level computer science, exposure to design/architectural patterns, and interest in quantitative finance.
Software Engineering Internship (C++ or Python) – Summer 2027
Austin or Chicago or New York City or Singapore or London
$6k/wkOnsiteInternship
Hudson River Trading: A quantitative firm using technology to trade global financial markets.
Full-time undergraduate student graduating 2028, programming experience in Python/C/C++, strong problem solving and communication skills, eligible for full-time roles in 2028.
SAPFrankfurt Stock Exchange: SAP: Sells enterprise resource planning and business management software solutions.
Pursuing a BS/MS in CS, Engineering, Mathematics or related; comfortable with Python; coursework/experience with ML/LLM frameworks; basic SQL and data analysis; strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, PyTorch, Hugging Face, LangChain, LlamaIndex, SQL, FastAPI, React, Docker, Git, SAP BTP, SAP HANA Cloud, SAP Datasphere, Azure, GCP, AWS
Tower Research Capital: Global quantitative trading firm developing automated algorithmic strategies.
Currently enrolled degree student in CS, math, physics, EE or related; proficient in C++ or Python; working knowledge of Linux/Unix; strong problem-solving and communication skills; interest in financial markets.
Chicago Trading Company: Provides liquidity and manages risk in global derivatives markets.
Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/CE or similar, graduation Dec 2027–Jun 2028; Java/C++/Python experience; ability to relocate to Chicago for full 8-week summer program; strong CS fundamentals and teamwork.
Hightower: Provides independent wealth management and financial planning services.
3+ YOE3+ years building integrations/internal tools; proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript, React/Next.js; working knowledge of Python and SQL; experience with AWS, Salesforce, Snowflake; familiarity with prompt/agent-assisted development.
UIUC Research Park Intern - Machine Learning Compiler
Champaign, Illinois, United States
$25-$40/hrOnsitePart Time
RivianNASDAQ: RIVN: Designs and manufactures electric vehicles and charging networks.
Must be a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign student pursuing BS/MS/PhD in engineering-related field; strong C++ and Python; knowledge of ML compilation, deep learning, computer vision or NLP; strong math and software fundamentals; available 20 hrs/wk (Fall/Spring) and 40 hrs/wk (Summer).
Sepire: Provides secure printing, mailing, and multi-channel communication services.
Proven experience managing software teams, strong technical understanding of architecture, integrations, and data workflows, experience with internal and offshore teams, strong communication and problem-solving, and ability to improve engineering delivery and reduce technical debt.
Microsoft .NET, Microsoft SQL Server, APIs, Microsoft Azure
OceanComm: High-speed wireless acoustic modems for underwater video and data.
Actively enrolled STEM student (EE/CompE/MechE or related), full-time on-site for minimum 12 weeks, proficiency in C/C++/Python and Git, strong fundamentals in software or hardware, U.S. person requirement.
Sears Home Services: Residential appliance repair, HVAC maintenance, and home improvement services.
0+ YOEPursuing related degree, some undergraduate education, <1 year related experience acceptable; requires familiarity with AI tools, prompt engineering, workflow automation, strong communication and analytical skills.