2027 Spring Term Software Engineer Co-op - Chicago (Northeastern University)

CIBC • Chicago, IL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The CIBC Northeastern University Co-op Program is designed to offer great work experience to complement students’ classroom training and career goals. Throughout the program, co-ops will meet with our executive leadership team, network with employees, and participate in community outreach. We are devoted to finding, selecting, and training co-ops who will make a positive impact on our company while offering a full learning experience. Our co-ops will work alongside a lean, proven team of technology and risk professionals, gaining technical and analytical skills. CIBC’s Spring Co-op program runs from January to June and the Fall Co-op runs from July to December. During this time, you will have access to training opportunities, mentorship, and leadership support. Our leaders are invested in your success during your co-op. Our goal is to ensure you have all tools necessary to take advantage of the robust opportunities at hand, resulting in a great co-op experience. This position is located in our Chicago office on a hybrid in-person schedule.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at Northeastern University. Computer Science and/or Engineering majors are preferred, while other majors may be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++, C#), databases and data structures
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals, and passionate about building an innovative culture
• Emerging knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• In touch with industry wide technology trends and best practices
• 3.5 GPA minimum
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Must be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• You’re digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace evolving technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.
• You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.
• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
• You have passion and are motivated with high career aspirations. Must be capable of assuming significant levels of responsibility for assignments to be completed within short time frames.
• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Join our technology team and work directly with software developers to design, build, test, and maintain applications
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to assist in design and development of applications
• Work toward continuous improvement in application performance and stability
• Assist in discovering, evaluating, and implementing technologies in an effort to maximize user experience and efficiency
• Assist in performing testing to measure the quality of software; ensure the quality meets standards
• Assist in Agile/Scrum development and application support
• Write technical specifications and technical documentation; translate business requirements into functional specifications.

Benefits

• 401(k) contribution
• Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave and Vacation)
• Holidays
• competitive salary
• incentive pay
• banking benefits
• a benefits program
• a vacation offering
• wellbeing support
• MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program
• Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed