2027 Software Engineering Summer Intern
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
SUMMARY
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Our Software Engineering Summer Interns will be involved in the following critical activities:
- 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.
EDUCATION SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
You should apply if you meet most of the following:
- Pursuing a bachelors 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
Youll stand out if you also have:
- Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB Redis etc.)
- Experience with modern frameworks (React Angular Vue etc.)
- Familiarity with automated testing tools (JUnit Selenium etc.)
At a Glance- GCMs Software Engineering Organization
- A modern software engineering group embedded inside of a financial services firm
- Teams follow acontemporaryapproach to software engineering focusing on test driven development pair programing continuous integration distributedsystemsand related best practices
- Teams are empowered to deliver product requirements through cross functional team ownership
- A strong teamculture inside and outside the office
- Adaptive to change and feedback from team members
CULTURE
We are not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. Welcome change. We are a culture of empowerment accountability high performance and trust. Successful team members are self-motivated and energized by working alongside thoughtful and smart colleagues in a fast-paced environment. Individuals who thrive on this team enjoy being a part of an organization focused on excellence. We look for naturally collaborative individuals who enjoy interacting at all levels of the organization.
Interns are not eligible for employee benefits like health insurance paid time off or 401(k) plans.
This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future (including but not limited to H-1B TN or other employment-based visas). 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.
Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individuals experience skills and qualifications for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual team and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.
CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE
$75000 - $80000 USD
ABOUT THE FIRM
GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $97 billion in assets under management across private equity infrastructure real estate credit and absolute return investment strategies.
The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. 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.
The firm is headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York Toronto London Frankfurt Tokyo Hong Kong Seoul and Sydney. For more information visit: .
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
We are a global leader in alternative investments. We invest on behalf of clients who seek allocations to alternative investments.