Working in Technology (WiT) Platform Engineering - Summer 2027
Summary
A 10-week paid summer 2027 internship (35 USD/hour) at William Blair in Chicago for undergraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds in technology. Interns do platform engineering work: configuring infrastructure, cloud and security systems, monitoring alerts, and improving processes through automation and enterprise apps.
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William Blair is seeking undergraduate students to participate in a 10-week internship program during the summer of 2027. 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.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
- 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
Qualifications:
- Full-time students currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering with anticipated graduation between December 2027 and June 2030
- 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
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A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is based on several factors, including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and, if applicable, the location of the position.
This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives.
Our featured benefit offerings include 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), as well as other voluntary benefits.
About Our Firm
William Blair strives to attract qualified candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and other strategic resource groups. We are committed to empowering our colleagues to deliver client success and engage in our communities. Our firm has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, continuing to deepen our expertise and relationships across asset classes and markets throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries. What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with colleagues who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We empower our people to bring their best thinking so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting .
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- Are you bound to any post-employment obligations or restrictive covenants (i.e. non-competition, non-solicitation of employees or customers, or confidentiality and non-disclosures covenants, etc.) with a former employer or other entity or person?
- Do you have a notice period with your current employer or other restrictions on your availability to start?
- Have you ever been employed by William Blair?
- Are you related to a William Blair employee or client?
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- Are you currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program with anticipated graduation between December 2027 and June 2030?
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