2027 Software Engineering Summer Intern

GCM Grosvenor • Chicago, IL

30d • $75,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Software Engineering Intern will join the Technology team at GCM Grosvenor, a growing alternative investments firm where technology is central to enabling data-driven decision-making. Our engineers drive innovation by building and extending platforms that support investment decisions, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the employee experience. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers on product-oriented teams, contributing to the development of applications and solutions used across the firm. This role offers hands-on experience with modern engineering practices in a real-world environment.
This 10-week summer internship is based in our Chicago office and follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office attendance required Tuesday through Thursday.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (grad date: Dec 2028 – Spring 2029)
• Minimum GPA: 3.5
• Comfortable with object-oriented programming (C#, Python, C++, or Java)
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases
• Exposure to web development (HTML, JavaScript, APIs, etc.)
• Familiar with Agile development, cloud technologies, and the software development lifecycle
• Curiosity about AI and a willingness to use AI-enabled tools, such as Claude and ChatGPT, to improve productivity, problem-solving, and day-to-day workflows
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants requiring future sponsorship for continued work authorization (for example, following F-1 OPT/CPT, or J-1 status) are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis, etc.)
• Experience with modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, etc.)
• Familiarity with automated testing tools (JUnit, Selenium, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Join one of our product-oriented software engineering teams for the summer. You will work closely with team members and leaders on engineering projects.
• Create an approach and then design and execute on project deliverables.
• Participate in all team Agile ceremonies.
• Leverage hands on experience with technology and learned practical approaches to solve real-world business problems. Create solutions the team will use beyond the internship period.
• The summer will culminate with an intern presentation showcasing what the intern created and learned throughout the internship program.

Benefits

• Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern