Summer Intern - IT, Software Developer

Summer 2027 Intern - IT, Software Developer Job Category: Professional Requisition Number: SUMME 002446 Posted : September 30, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Chicago Chicago, IL 60654, USA Description Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices across the country, Mesirow serves clients through capabilities spanning Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets and Investment Banking, and Advisory Services. We are currently seeking an intern to work in our IT department’sSoftware Development team.

Mesirow internship positions are for savvy, adaptable students interested that are passionate about technology and capital markets. The internship is designed to help students gainsome hands-on and real-world experience.

Responsibilities Own a defined summer project from requirements through delivery, and present a working demo at the end of the program Translate business requirements into functional code Provide support and maintenance duties when required Work closely with software development team, end-users, and management to define requirements Participate as a member of an agile Scrum team (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives), using Azure Dev Ops and Git for work tracking and source control Learn modern engineering practices, including code review, cloud-native development, and responsible use of AI-assisted development tools, with guidance from experienced engineers

Requirements Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Development Graduation in May 2028 Must have GPA 3.5 or above Sound programming and data fundamentals, including an understanding of: Object Oriented ETL Procedural Functional Preferred: familiarity with Git and version control, exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure, and curiosity about AI-assisted development tools Knowledge and experience in the use of all Microsoft Office products Excellent analytical and math skills, with the ability to work in teams Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner Ability to interact well with various levels of personnel In accordance with the Illinois

Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated compensation for the role will be $20.00 per hour for the duration of the program. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.