34 software engineer internship jobs at 28 companies in Chicago, IL

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Founding Full-stack / Product Engineer
Cupertino, CA, US
$130k-$300k/yr On-SiteFull Time
HiringCafe
HiringCafe: Building a 100× better job search engine to take on Indeed and LinkedIn.
Help us build a 100× better job search engine. We need a full-stack engineer with great taste, sharp fundamentals, and a track record of shipping polished product on React/Next.js plus a real backend (Firebase, Elasticsearch, Redis, Stripe).
React, Next.js, TypeScript, Firebase, Elasticsearch, Redis, Stripe
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Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Internship - Commercial
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$10k/mo OnsiteInternship
Palantir
PalantirNasdaq: PLTR: Developing software platforms for data integration and analytics.
Engineering degree preferred; proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript; graduating Dec 2027 or Spring 2028; willing to travel 25–50%.
Python, Java, C++, TypeScript, JavaScript, LLM
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Software Engineer – 2027 Internship Program (June Start)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$150k-$200k/yr OnsiteInternship
Old Mission
Old Mission: Quantitative proprietary trading firm specializing in global market making.
Currently pursuing Bachelors or Masters in CS/CE or similar, 3.0+ GPA, junior standing with graduation Dec 2027 or May 2028, comfortable with C++, Python or TypeScript, strong CS fundamentals, able to start June 1, 2027.
C++, Python, TypeScript
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Software Engineer- Shipping
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$108k-$140k/yr HybridMultiple Commitments Available
Reverb
Reverb: Marketplace for buying and selling new and used musical gear.
2+ YOE2-4+ years software engineering; Ruby/Rails and JS/React; GraphQL familiarity; API design; strong communication; AI workflows and related tools a plus (TS, Datadog, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions).
Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, React, GraphQL, TypeScript, Datadog, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions
3mo
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Software Engineer, Intern (Summer 2027)
Chicago or London
OnsiteInternship
Aquatic Capital Management
Aquatic Capital Management: Quantitative investment manager developing proprietary systematic trading strategies.
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
2w
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Campus UI Software Engineer (Intern)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$250k/yr OnsiteInternship
Jump Trading
Jump Trading: Global proprietary trading firm specializing in algorithmic and high-frequency strategies
Proficiency in TypeScript and Python, web frameworks, Linux development, strong data structures/algorithms and threading knowledge, teamwork and reliable availability; internship-level candidates encouraged.
TypeScript, Python, React, Linux
2mo
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Senior Cyber Embedded Software Engineer
Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
OnsiteAll Commitments Available
Motorola Solutions
Motorola SolutionsNYSE: MSI: Provides mission-critical communications and public safety technology.
Embedded software, cybersecurity, and reverse engineering experience; strong C/C++, Python; Linux; BS/MS in CS/CE/Software; US citizenship with ability to obtain clearance; TS/SCI preferred.
Ghidra, IDA Pro, Radare2, GDB, JTAG, Wireshark, ELF, PE, IP, TCP, UDP, TLS, SIP, SRTP, ARM, MIPS, PPC, x86, C, C++, Python, Linux
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Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$200k/yr OnsiteInternship
IMC
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.
Java, C++
1w
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Software Developer Intern
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$225k/yr OnsiteInternship
DRW
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.
C++, Python, Java, TCP/IP
3w
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Software Engineer Intern (Summer 2027 - Austin)
Austin or Chicago
OnsiteInternship
Optiver
Optiver: Global market maker providing liquidity to financial markets.
Student pursuing BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering (graduating Dec 2027–Jun 2028), proficient in C++, Python, or Java, strong CS fundamentals and problem-solving, ability to work in fast-paced team environment.
C++, Python, Java
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Software Engineering Internship (C++ or Python) – Summer 2027
Austin or Chicago or New York City or Singapore or London
$6k/wk OnsiteInternship
Hudson River Trading
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.
Python, C, C++
5d
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Software Engineering Internship - Summer 2027
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$15k/mo HybridInternship
Chicago Trading Company
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.
Java, C++, Python
1w
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Software Engineer Intern - Full Stack Web, Summer 2027
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$145k/yr OnsiteInternship
Akuna Capital
Akuna Capital: Proprietary trading firm providing liquidity in global options markets.
Seeking a student pursuing a technical degree (graduating by Aug 2028) with strong web skills (React, TypeScript, Python), Git, testing, Linux; major GPA 3.5+, US work authorization required (OPT/STEM accepted).
React, TypeScript, Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Linux, pytest, Jest, Storybook, Git
2mo
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Principal Engineer Software - Storage (Chronosphere)
Burbank or Denver or Chicago or Austin or Jacksonville or Hartford or Bridgeport or Seattle or Boston or New York City
$147k-$238k/yr RemoteAll Commitments Available
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto NetworksNASDAQ: PANW: Provides enterprise-grade network, cloud, and endpoint security software.
Design and build scalable backend services for high-volume telemetry data; strong backend skills; cloud infra experience; API design; mentorship.
Go, Java, Python, Rust, AWS, GCP, Azure, REST, gRPC, GraphQL
2mo
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Senior Software Engineer, Backend Services
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$150k-$170k/yr HybridAll Commitments Available
University of Chicago
University of Chicago: Provides higher education and conducts academic research.
5+ YOESenior Python engineer with 5-7 years in large-scale systems, building SaaS/PaaS, and data management experience.
Python, FastAPI, Flask, PostgreSQL, SQL, REST, AWS, Docker, PySpark, Kafka, OpenSearch, Elasticsearch, Lustre, GPFS, VAST, Parquet, S3, Security: OAuth2, SAML, OpenID Connect
1mo
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Fall Software Development Intern
Hammond, Indiana, United States
OnsiteInternship, Temporary
Altom Transport
Altom Transport: Specialized transportation of bulk liquid chemicals and petroleum products.
Current student or recent graduate in CS/Software Engineering or related; experience with JavaScript or Python; knowledge of SQL/PostgreSQL/MongoDB; familiarity with AWS/Azure/GCP a plus; strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
JavaScript, Python, SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
1w
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Graduate C++ Developer (2027 Incoming Graduate, Full-Time)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$125k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
3Red Partners
3Red Partners: Develops and executes automated quantitative trading strategies globally.
1+ YOEStudent graduating in 2027 with CS/Engineering degree, 1+ C++ internship experience, knowledge of low-latency systems, STL, Boost, Linux, git, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.
C++, STL, Boost, Linux, git
2mo
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DevOps Engineer
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$117k-$190k/yr OnsiteAll Commitments Available
Inspire11
Inspire11: Provides business technology consulting and digital transformation services.
Experience with AWS, CI/CD, automation, and collaboration with engineering teams.
AWS, Puppet, Chef, Docker, Jenkins, Ansible
1mo
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Backend / Frontend Developer Intern
Chicago, Illinois, United States
OnsiteInternship
Prospect Equities
Prospect Equities: Provides residential and commercial real estate brokerage and leasing services.
0+ YOEInternship seeking motivated, detail-oriented students skilled in frontend or backend development.
JavaScript, TypeScript, React, REST APIs, AWS, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Java, Spring Boot, JUnit, AWS
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SAP iXp Intern - AI Engineer
Naperville, Illinois, United States
HybridInternship
SAP
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
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Civil Engineering Intern
Warrenville, Illinois, United States
$28-$29/hr OnsiteInternship
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn: Full-service consulting firm providing engineering, planning, and design services.
Currently pursuing an ABET-accredited Bachelors or Masters in engineering; familiarity with civil engineering design, regulations, and technical software.
AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Microsoft Excel, Microstation, VISSIM, Open Roads, Synchro, GIS