Working in Technology (WiT) Platform Engineering - Summer 2026

William Blair • Chicago, IL

5d • $35 - $35

About The Position

William Blair is seeking undergraduate students to participate in a 10-week internship program during the summer of 2026. The program is designed to promote technology careers among high performing individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in the technology space, including but not limited to women currently enrolled, or intending to enroll, in a technology related program. The summer program also includes training, community service, and social events.

Requirements

• Full-time students currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering with anticipated graduation between December 2026 and June 2029
• Must be organized and have a high attention to detail
• Good communication, presentation, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies
• Works well in team environments
• Good knowledge in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Configure and Implement Infrastructure and security systems (network, server, cloud, security)
• Communicate issues to the Project Manager and implement issue resolutions where needed
• Develop process improvements leveraging enterprise apps and automation
• Monitor and investigate system and security alerts
• Provide recommendation to improve accuracy, security, and system utilization
• Collaborate with other teams to enhance and improve processes and documentation

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k)
• profit sharing
• paid time off
• Maven family & fertility benefit
• parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern