Internship Costco Engineering Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale, the third largest retailer in the world with wholesale operations in fourteen countries. Despite our size and explosive international expansion, we continue to provide a family, employee centric atmosphere in which our employees thrive and succeed.
This is an environment unlike anything in the high-tech world and the secret of Costco's success is its culture. The value Costco puts on its employees is well documented in articles from a variety of publishers including Bloomberg and Forbes. Our employees and our members come FIRST. Costco is well known for its generosity and community service and has won many awards for its philanthropy. The company joins with its employees to take an active role in volunteering by sponsoring many opportunities to help others.
Come join the Costco Wholesale IT family. Costco IT is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working through exciting transformation efforts. We are building the next generation retail environment where you will be surrounded by dedicated and highly professional employees.
The Costco Digital Services Division is inviting students currently enrolled in an IT or related undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university to participate in a twelve -week paid internship program during 2026. Interns will work within specific areas in Costco's Information Systems Division. Interns will attend presentations given by various members of Executive Management from IT and other areas of the Company. Interns will be responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses. Housing is not provided. The program runs mid June to early September and is located in Schaumburg, IL . No out of state work allowed. All interns will adhere to the CDS hybrid work model of three days onsite and two days remote.
Costco Logistics HighJump Development Team is dedicated to the development of cutting-edge warehouse management systems tailored specifically for the storage and delivery & installation of big and bulky items. With a focus on delivering efficient, scalable, and user-friendly solutions, we are committed to enhancing the operational capabilities of Costco's warehouse facilities.Our team is responsible for the end-to-end development of warehouse management systems, encompassing both front-end and back-end components. We leverage the latest technologies and best practices to ensure the seamless integration of our systems with Costco's existing infrastructure. We utilize the capabilities of Microsoft Azure's cloud , HighJump and Microsoft SQL Server to design and maintain databases that underpin the warehouse management systems.We are constantly exploring innovative approaches to solve complex challenges related to warehouse management, striving to introduce new features and improvements that elevate operational efficiency. Our team fosters a culture of collaboration, where every member's expertise is valued, and collective problem-solving leads to comprehensive and effective solutions.
NOTE: While participating in the IT Internship program, an individual will be classified as an hourly temporary employee for the duration of the program. During the program, the individual may be asked to undergo the normal interview process for a level 1 position. If the individual is offered a position, they will be converted to the employment status matching open job they were selected for. If they are not selected for a regular position, the internship position will be complete in a maximum of twelve weeks.
ROLE

• Works with stakeholders to identify solutions that support their business requirements.
• Works independently and within a team environment.
• Pays attention to detail, self motivated with the ability to follow instructions and completes assignments on time.
• Learns and applies new concepts, processes, and tools.
• Takes initiative to solve problems and multi-tasks by prioritizing projects and deadlines.
• Communicates effectively with team members, stakeholders, and all levels of management.
• Works with stakeholders to identify solutions that support their business requirements.
• Participates in requirements gathering sessions so as to ensure clear understanding of needs as it relates to Operational and/or reporting utilization in our Costco Logistics field operations.
• Prepares and presents detailed functional and technical specifications that support functional requirements.
• Develops solutions to specifications on time, within budget and with an impeccable degree of quality and precision to specification.
• Prepares and clearly communicates best in class methods by which Costco Logistics operations can effectively utilize the enhancements developed
• Interacts with other developers, operations, Product Owners, and Business Solutions Analysts to ensure that the technical solution offers scale and supports business needs.
• Creates and maintains documentation standards.

Required:

• 1+ years' experience with relational database development using SQL Server/Oracle.
• 1+ years of T-SQL experience.
• Ability to develop a scalable and high performing solution aligning with Enterprise Architecture guidelines.
• Strong documentation skills that will be used to create process flow designs, key design decision documents and technical/functional reference guides.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess good organizational, time, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, and stay well organized.
• Currently maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Students currently enrolled in an IT or related undergraduate or graduate program at a community college, college or university.

Recommended:

• Experience with Java/Spring Boot.
• Experience with asynchronous programming patterns.
• Experience with REST Web Services/API calls.
• SQL Service Broker / JSON expertise.
• Working knowledge of any Git/Github/Jenkins/Azure DevOps.
• Experience in an Agile development methodology.
• Experience in designing and developing using HighJump/Korber product suite(Webwise Page Editor/ Advantage Architect)
• Proficient in Google Workspace applications, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Gmail.

Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Resume
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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Costco is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Costco is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to IT-Recruiting@costco.com
If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. Applicants and employees for this position will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H1-B visas.