Software Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Sargent & Lundy•Chicago, IL

2d•$18 - $30

About The Position

This position has a target start date in summer 2027. 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.

Requirements

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 communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience or academic coursework in C# / .NET
Experience or academic coursework in React
Experience or academic coursework in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON
Experience or academic coursework in MVC architecture
Experience or academic coursework in SOAP and REST APIs
Experience or academic coursework in SQL Server
Experience or academic coursework in Visual Studio
Experience or academic coursework in Microsoft Azure (Portal, DevOps)
Experience or academic coursework in GitHub

Nice To Haves

Experience with Active Directory concepts including authentication, authorization, and identity management.
Familiarity with Power BI for data visualization and business intelligence reporting.
Exposure to ASP.NET Core Web APIs and modern, cross-platform API development.
Knowledge of Azure Functions and API Management (APIM).
Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed system design.
Passion for continuous learning and advancing best practices in software engineering.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment with high visibility and accountability.
Minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
Take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
Build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
Use programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation.