Summer 2026 Software Development Intern
Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Department: Back Office
Workplace: on_site
Employment Type: temporary
Description
Duration: Summer 2026 (Flexible start and end dates)
Hours: 40 hours per week (depending on availability)
Paid Internship
About Us:
Altom Transport is a premier petrochemical and hazardous materials carrier committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence. We're looking for a Software Development Intern to help support our operations, billing, and app development initiatives. This is a great opportunity for students or recent graduates looking to gain real-world experience in software development within the transportation and logistics industry.
This position operates out of our Hammond terminal.
Requirements
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in building and optimizing internal applications to support business operations.
- Work with billing and operations teams to develop tools that streamline processes.
- Help improve mobile and web applications used by customers and staff.
- Collaborate with the IT team to troubleshoot, test, and deploy new software solutions.
- Work on API integrations, database management, and system automation.
- Participate in meetings with stakeholders to understand business needs.
What We’re Looking For:
- Current student or recent graduate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with JavaScript, Python, or other programming languages.
- Knowledge of database management (SQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology.
Benefits
What You’ll Gain:
- Hands-on experience in real-world software development.
- Exposure to business operations and process automation.
- Mentorship from experienced IT and operations professionals.
- A chance to build applications that directly impact the company’s success.
Interested? Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in software development.
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