About the role#
As a Technology Intern in Software Engineering, you will join our engineering and technology teams to contribute to real financial solutions. You will work alongside application and platform development teams on day-to-day tasks while gaining exposure to the technologies and practices that power our financial services. This is a 10-week program designed to help you build professional skills and connect with leaders and fellow interns.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of financial technology solutions.
- Work directly with application and platform development teams on daily engineering tasks.
- Participate in Agile development practices and learn modern engineering principles, including CI/CD.
- Develop or utilize generative AI capabilities.
- Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to support financial projects.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related major.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and Summer 2028.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Experience learning programming languages such as Java, Python, or SQL.
- Ability to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position at $35.00 per hour.
- Selection: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
About Northern Trust
Northern Trust is a financial services company based in Chicago. Founded in 1889, it provides wealth management, asset servicing, and investment solutions to individuals and institutions. The firm operates globally with over 31,000 employees. It manages assets across five business units including technology and corporate functions.
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