Working in Technology (WiT) Platform Engineering - Summer 2027

William Blair; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer-paid disability and life保险

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid time off

Maven family & fertility benefit

Parental leave

Job summary

William Blair is seeking undergraduate students for a 10-week summer internship program in 2027 to promote technology careers among underrepresented groups. The program includes training, community service, and social events.

Interns will configure infrastructure, monitor security, and drive process improvements while collaborating across teams. Eligible candidates are full-time students pursuing a Bachelor's in Computer Science or Engineering with graduation between Dec 2027 and Jun 2030.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students pursuing a Bachelor's in Computer Science/Engineering with anticipated graduation between Dec 2027 and Jun 2030.
• Must be organized with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication, presentation and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Team-oriented and able to collaborate effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Configure and implement infrastructure and security systems (network, server, cloud, security).
• Communicate issues to the Project Manager and implement resolutions.
• Develop process improvements leveraging enterprise apps and automation.
• Monitor and investigate system and security alerts.
• Provide recommendations to improve accuracy, security, and system utilization.
• Collaborate with other teams to enhance processes and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Quick learner

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Solutions for Today's Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow's Opportunities.

Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership.

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

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.

Salary Range

$35 - $35 USD

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 williamblair.com.

William Blair is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in employment practice because of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military service or on the basis of a physical or mental disability that is unrelated to the employee's ability to perform the duties of the job applied for. EOE m/f/d/v