2027 Spring Term Software Engineer Co-op - Chicago (Northeastern University)

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) Northeastern University Co-op Program in Chicago offers hands-on work with a lean team of technology and risk professionals, aligning with classroom goals. You will gain technical and analytical skills through mentorship and leadership support in a hybrid in-person schedule.

Eligibility includes enrollment at Northeastern University in Computer Science or Engineering, a 3.5 GPA minimum, and authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at Northeastern University; CS/Engineering majors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join technology team to design, build, test, and maintain applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assist in design and development of applications.
• Work toward continuous improvement in application performance and stability.
• Assist in evaluating technologies to maximize user experience and efficiency.
• Assist in testing to measure software quality and standards.
• Assist in Agile/Scrum development and application support.
• Write technical specifications and translate business requirements into functional specifications.

Skills

Programming basics

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tech trends awareness

GPA 3.5

Education

Enrollment at Northeastern University

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

The CIBC Northeastern University Co-op Program is designed to offer great work experience to complement students’ classroom training and career goals. Throughout the program, co-ops will meet with our executive leadership team, network with employees, and participate in community outreach. We are devoted to finding, selecting, and training co-ops who will make a positive impact on our company while offering a full learning experience.

Our co-ops will work alongside a lean, proven team of technology and risk professionals, gaining technical and analytical skills. CIBC’s Spring Co-op program runs from January to June and the Fall Co-op runs from July to December. During this time, you will have access to training opportunities, mentorship, and leadership support. Our leaders are invested in your success during your co-op. Our goal is to ensure you have all tools necessary to take advantage of the robust opportunities at hand, resulting in a great co-op experience.

Please note: this position is located in our Chicago office on a hybrid in‑person schedule.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Join our technology team and work directly with software developers to design, build, test, and maintain applications
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to assist in design and development of applications
• Work toward continuous improvement in application performance and stability
• Assist in discovering, evaluating, and implementing technologies in an effort to maximize user experience and efficiency
• Assist in performing testing to measure the quality of software; ensure the quality meets standards
• Assist in Agile/Scrum development and application support
• Write technical specifications and technical documentation; translate business requirements into functional specifications

Who You Are

• Education: Currently enrolled at Northeastern University. Computer Science and/or Engineering majors are preferred, while other majors may be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++, C#), databases and data structures
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals, and passionate about building an innovative culture
• Emerging knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• In touch with industry‑wide technology trends and best practices
• 3.5 GPA minimum
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
• To be eligible for this position, you must be authorized to work in the U.S.

How You Succeed

• You’re digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace evolving technologies.
• You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.
• You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information.
• You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.
• You understand that success is in the details.
• You notice things that others don't.
• Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
• You have passion and are motivated with high career aspirations.
• Must be capable of assuming significant levels of responsibility for assignments to be completed within short time frames.
• You're driven by collective success.
• You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one.
• You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected hourly rate of $36.00 per hour for the State of Illinois market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our intern's needs; including 401(k) contribution, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave and Vacation), and Holidays, in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

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What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck. We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points‑based recognition program. Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients. We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail] need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit. We may ask you to complete an attribute‑based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location IL-Chicago, 70 W Madison St Fl 10

Employment Type Regular

Weekly Hours 40

Skills Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Investigating, Problem Solving

At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability. Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel. Every day, our 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.