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Morningstar Summer Internship Program for Technologists

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Chicago, IL

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 2026. 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

  • Currently enrolled in full-time bachelor's degree program, graduating in 2026, preferably studying Computer Science.
  • A resume is required to apply.
    **Please be sure to include the word "Resume" in the file name of your resume**


Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. We've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis, at least three days 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.

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Morningstar Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

Morningstar Global Headquarters Office

22 West Washington Street, Chicago, IL, United States, 60602

What you need to know about the Chicago Tech Scene

With vibrant neighborhoods, great food and more affordable housing than either coast, Chicago might be the most liveable major tech hub. It is the birthplace of modern commodities and futures trading, a national hub for logistics and commerce, and home to the American Medical Association and the American Bar Association. This diverse blend of industry influences has helped Chicago emerge as a major player in verticals like fintech, biotechnology, legal tech, e-commerce and logistics technology. It’s also a major hiring center for tech companies on both coasts.

Key Facts About Chicago Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 245,800; 5.2% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: McDonald’s, John Deere, Boeing, Morningstar
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, fintech, software, logistics technology
  • Funding Landscape: $2.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Arch Venture Partners, MATH Venture Partners, Jump Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

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