Summer Internship

Overview

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.

Program Details

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.

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 work experience.
• Currently enrolled in a full‑time bachelor’s degree program, graduating in 2027, 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.

Compensation and Benefits

• 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.

Hybrid Work Environment

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.

EEO Statement

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