SDE Intern – Build Scalable Tech at Chicago HQ

McDonald's; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

McDonald’s offers a Software Engineering internship based at our global headquarters in Downtown Chicago. You will work full-time for 10 weeks (June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027) with a housing stipend and a $32 per hour salary.

You will join squads focusing on frontend, backend, or restaurant technology, gaining exposure to scalable systems and innovative tech. The program is designed to transition interns into full-time opportunities after graduation, with mentorship and a supportive, inclusive

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a technology-related field with anticipated graduation Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Proficiency in using AI to solve engineering problems.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to translate data into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to design and bring innovative products to market.
• Develop frontend/backend components in a distributed environment.
• Build scalable, fault-tolerant software in an agile setting.
• Contribute to product features from ideation to deployment.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

C#

AI proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication

Inclusive culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress (Fall 2027 / Spring 2028)

Job description

McDonald’s offers a Software Engineering internship based at our global headquarters in Downtown Chicago. You will work full-time for 10 weeks (June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027) with a housing stipend and a $32 per hour salary.

You will join squads focusing on frontend, backend, or restaurant technology, gaining exposure to scalable systems and innovative tech. The program is designed to transition interns into full-time opportunities after graduation, with mentorship and a supportive, inclusive