Software Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)
Company: Sargent & Lundy
Location: Chicago, IL 60603
Salary: $17.50 - $27.00 an hour
Type: Full-time
Posted: 2026-03-30
About this role
Description:
We are seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join our Full Stack Development team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of web applications and services that support Sargent & Lundy’s internal operations and client-facing solutions. This hands-on internship blends back-end and front-end development with scripting, automation, and cross-functional collaboration — providing real-world experience across the full software development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities include:
Application Development
- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using C# .NET, following established architectural patterns and coding standards.
- Build and enhance interactive, user-facing web applications using modern frameworks and libraries such as React, MVC, and related technologies.
- Develop ad-hoc scripts and utilities to support business operations and streamline internal workflows using Python, Go, PowerShell, or other appropriate languages.
Collaboration & Delivery
- Collaborate with fellow developers, IT professionals, and end users to design, build, and integrate both homegrown and commercial applications.
- Coordinate internal customer requirements, architect programmatic solutions, execute thorough testing, and produce clear documentation of completed work.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Continuously learn and present new techniques at Communities of Practice sessions to IT staff.
- Evaluate and recommend open-source tools, libraries, and other add-ins that can accelerate development timelines and improve code quality.
Qualifications:
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Required Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills with a desire to tackle complex technical challenges.
- Excellent verbal and written c...