Morningstar Summer Tech Internship Program 2027 (Campus)

001_MstarInc Morningstar Inc. Legal Entity; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match up to 6%

Stock ownership potential

Life insurance - 1x salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Wellness incentives

Disability insurance

Sabbatical program

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer program

Job summary

Morningstar, Inc. in Chicago invites applications for the Summer Internship Program for Technologists. You will join a Morningstar Agile squad and contribute to meaningful projects in software, data, and financial products.

You will receive hands-on mentoring and the chance to apply directly to the Development Program after graduation. All positions are based in our Chicago office, 5 days a week. The program targets students graduating in 2027, with strong coding, communication, and leadership

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic record and strong coding ability.
• Excellent communication and leadership potential.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and creative problem-solving.
• Able to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Join an Agile squad to tackle business problems with research and creativity.
• Collaborate on a ten-week group case study and present results to leaders.
• Participate in training sessions to build knowledge across Morningstar.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Coding skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress (CS preferred)

Job description

The Group: Technology drives our business.

Our team is made up of talented software engineers, infrastructure engineers, leaders and UX professionals. We care about technology as a craft and a differentiator. We bring our global products to market with a mix of software, cloud, data centers, infrastructure, design and grit. We created the Morningstar Summer Intern Program for Technologists for college students entering their final year as a first step towards successful, long‑term careers in technology. Participants will contribute to different aspects of Morningstar’s technology organization through ten-week- individual and group projects, learning about financial series, data, and products. You will also receive hands‑on mentoring from your colleagues and the Summer Intern team to help you succeed at Morningstar.

The Role: The Morningstar Summer Internship Program for Technologists is accepting applicants graduating in 2027.

Successful applicants will be assigned meaningful work suitable for their background. The program advisors and mentors will meet with you regularly to identify and develop your summer goals. Summer interns have the opportunity to apply directly to the Morningstar Development Program after graduation. All positions are based in our Chicago office, 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Join a Morningstar Agile squad to help address business problems through thoughtful research, analysis, and creative thinking in an individual project.
• Collaborate on a ten-week-long group case study and present the results to senior leaders, stakeholders, and managers.
• Participate in training sessions with Morningstar employees across the company spectrum, building a foundation of knowledge to develop throughout your Morningstar career.

Preferred Qualifications

• An outstanding academic record.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Coding skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and creative problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to adapt well to different situations and thrive in a challenging, fast‑paced environment.

Requirements

• Between 0-2 years of professional working experience.
• Currently enrolled in full‑time bachelor’s degree program, in their second or third year of study, preferably studying Computer Science.

Compensation for this role is $30 per hour. This role will be posted until October 5, 2026.

Compensation and Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
• Stock Ownership Potential
• Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Physical Health Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
• Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
• Company-provided long-and-short-term disability insurance
• Emotional Health Trust-Based Time Off 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
• 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave Adoption Assistance Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
• Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well‑being expenses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Health Charitable Matching Gifts program Dollars for Doers volunteer program Paid volunteering days 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in‑person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in‑office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.

Applicants With Disabilities Who Need Accommodation

Morningstar is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note: We only accept calls from applicants who need accommodation related to a disability. Please, no calls with unrelated questions or requests. Please, be sure to include the title and location of the open position you're interested in when you leave a message.

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