Internship Founding Engineer Jobs in Connecticut

Application Deadline: October 9th, 2026
A summer internship opportunity for high-potential individuals who are currently pursuing an Engineering or Computer Science degree (Graduating in May 2028). This is a unique opportunity to spend time working with our software development or IT teams.
What you'll do:

• Have a paid internship focused on your development
• Receive best in class role training along with ongoing coaching and development
• Experience a positive culture that reflects Gartner's core values of integrity, objectivity, no-limits mind set, collaboration, and results
• Participate in Gartner-sponsored off-site excursions and team-building activities

Who you are:

• You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• You're intellectually curious about all aspects of your field and connecting areas
• You're a self-starting adaptable quick learner (many of our projects may interface with new systems and languages you've never worked with before)
• You're looking for a fast-paced and challenging environment
• You're a team player, willing to share your knowledge with teammates and appreciate the knowledge shared with you
• You are a motivated high-potential performing individual

What you'll need:

• Earning a degree in Computer Science, Math or related engineering field
• Good software development and object-oriented design fundamentals
• Familiar with Python, Java, .NET, JavaScript, C# or HTML/DHTML
• Knowledge of SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle databases is a plus
• Experience with front-end frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular) is a plus
• Exposure to AI/ML and GenAI tools & technologies (e.g., Cloud-based AI services, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) is a plus
• Familiarity with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus
• Experience in web and mobile application development is a plus
• Version control experience (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab) is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be in a commutable distance to our Stamford, CT office
• U.S. work authorization is required for this role

We have opportunities In:

• Full-stack development (Python, Java, .NET, etc.)
• Front-end development (React.js)
• Cloud programming (AWS, Terraform, Jenkins)
• AI Integration
• IT Security
• Data Science

What we offer:

• A paid internship and experience an upbeat, positive culture: Teamwork, integrity, objectivity, collaboration, and a no-limits mindset are central to our value
• Encouragement to be innovative and challenge status quo
• Exposure to industry leading training and development
• Opportunity to progress to LAUNCH | Gartner's IT Rotational Development Program post-graduation

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Who are we?
At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.
Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.
Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.
What makes Gartner a great place to work?
Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities - opportunities that may not even exist right now - for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.
Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.
We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.
Gartner is the world authority on AI
At Gartner, you'll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients' AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You'll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.
It's an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that's reshaping the way we operate. If you're passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that's guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.
What do we offer?
Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.
Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.
Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the hourly rate for this role is 17 USD - 25 USD. Please note that actual rates may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer benefit programs including paid sick time off, and a 401k match for employees working 20 hours a week or more.
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