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Bloomington-Normal YMCA

Internship

Bloomington, IL

... of programming needs. Internships are provided for both undergraduate and graduate students, as ... Builds authentic relationships in the service of enhancing individual and team performance to ...

Bloomington-Normal YMCA

Internship

Bloomington, IL · On-site

... of programming needs. Internships are provided for both undergraduate and graduate students, as ... Builds authentic relationships in the service of enhancing individual and team performance to ...

Albertsons

2027 Summer Business Internship

Itasca, IL

$17.50/hr

Learn and support core managerial functions including staffing, scheduling, and performance ... Combination of in-store experience, project work, and corporate programming * Competitive hourly ...

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What types of projects and responsibilities can an Internship Performance Engineer expect during their internship?

As an Internship Performance Engineer, you can expect to work on projects focused on analyzing and optimizing the performance of software applications or systems. Typical responsibilities include running benchmarks, identifying bottlenecks, tuning system configurations, and collaborating with software developers to implement improvements. Interns often use performance monitoring tools and may assist in scripting automated performance tests. This role provides hands-on experience with troubleshooting and performance optimization, while also offering exposure to best practices in scalability and efficiency within a collaborative engineering team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Performance Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Performance Engineer, you need a solid foundation in computer science principles, programming (often in Java, C++, or Python), and performance analysis concepts, typically supported by ongoing studies in a related degree. Familiarity with profiling tools (such as JProfiler, Perf, or VisualVM), benchmarking suites, and version control systems is usually required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These competencies enable interns to identify bottlenecks, collaborate with teams, and optimize systems for enhanced efficiency.

What is an Internship Performance Engineer?

An Internship Performance Engineer is a student or recent graduate working temporarily with a company to assist in analyzing, testing, and improving the performance of software or hardware systems. Their responsibilities often include identifying bottlenecks, running benchmarks, collecting data, and helping to optimize system efficiency under the supervision of experienced engineers. This role provides hands-on experience in performance analysis tools, scripting, and collaboration within engineering teams, serving as a valuable stepping stone toward a career in performance engineering.

What is the difference between Internship Performance Engineer vs Performance Engineer?

AspectInternship Performance EngineerPerformance Engineer
CredentialsRelevant coursework, internship experienceBachelor's or higher in CS/Engineering, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentInternship projects, entry-level tasksFull-time, ongoing performance optimization projects
Employer & IndustryTech companies, startups, software firmsSame as internship, but with more responsibility

The Internship Performance Engineer is an entry-level role focused on learning and supporting performance testing and optimization tasks. In contrast, a Performance Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for designing and implementing performance solutions. The internship provides foundational experience, while the full-time role involves more complex projects and greater responsibility.

What are the most commonly searched types of Performance Engineer jobs in Illinois? The most popular types of Performance Engineer jobs in Illinois are:
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Commercial Banking Career Coach (part-time)

Greenwood Project

Chicago, IL

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Description
Greenwood Project

The Greenwood Project was founded in 2016 based on two core principles:
 
                           “Students can’t be what they can’t see”
                                                        and
                 “There is no lack of talent, only a lack of opportunity.”
 
GP’s mission is bold, essential and long overdue.  We are dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified Black and Latino college students to attain high-trajectory careers in financial services through rigorous training and internships. At Greenwood Project, we don’t just talk about change; we are the catalyst for it, breaking barriers and building a more inclusive and diverse financial industry. Our people are the foundation that allows us to achieve our ambitious goals. Becoming part of the Greenwood Project team means joining a group of driven, passionate, and intellectually curious individuals. To work here is to be crucial to the organization’s success.
 
Commercial Banking Career Coach (part-time)

Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Commercial Banking Career Coach plays a central role in supporting Greenwood Project scholars as they pursue career pathways in commercial banking, commercial lending, treasury management, cash management, and relationship management. This role focuses on preparing scholars for successful commercial banking internships and positioning them for full-time job offers upon graduation.
Day-to-Day Impact

As a Commercial Banking Career Coach, your work directly prepares Greenwood Project scholars for the rigor and expectations of competitive commercial banking internships and early career roles. You may begin the week reviewing scholar progress on their assignments, following up on technical skill gaps, and conducting extra interview preparation with some scholars. Later in the week, you might lead professional development sessions focused on commercial banking workplace norms, evaluate internship performance feedback from partners, or meet one-on-one with scholars navigating demanding summer roles.
This role blends hands-on coaching with program building. You are not only supporting students individually, but also shaping the systems, curriculum, and feedback loops that ensure scholars consistently perform at a high level in the demanding fields of commercial banking, commercial lending, treasury management, cash management, and relationship management environments.

Every coaching session, workshop, and assignment review session helps scholars prepare for and navigate a highly competitive commercial banking recruiting process, secure and succeed in a commercial banking internship, and ultimately position themselves for a full-time job that can change their career trajectory.
What Makes This Role Unique:

This is not a general career coaching role. The Commercial Banking Career Coach brings direct commercial banking industry experience into the coaching conversations and program design. Scholars rely on your understanding of real-world expectations, technical rigor, and workplace dynamics to prepare them for environments where performance standards are high, and feedback is direct.
You will help define what “ready” looks like for commercial banking internships and ensure our systems, coaching, and programming consistently deliver that standard as the program scales.
As a core member of the Greenwood Project team, the Commercial Banking Career Coach contributes to the design and continuous improvement of learning pathways, student roadmaps, curriculum, evaluation tools, and key impact measures. This position is closely tied to student experience, program outcomes, and long-term scholar success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and coach a cohort of Greenwood Project scholars through hybrid, virtual, and in-person programming with the goal of scholars securing and successfully completing a junior year commercial banking summer internship.
  • Provide structured one-on-one coaching focused on professional readiness, interview preparation, internship performance, and long-term career development.
  • Facilitate small group and large group professional development sessions designed to prepare students for the rigor, expectations, and day-to-day demands of commercial banking internships and long-term careers in the industry.
  • Evaluate and track scholar progress using internal rubrics, learning pathways, and roadmaps.
  • Collect, manage, and analyze data related to student performance, engagement, and outcomes, and regularly summarize and report findings to internal teams and relevant stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain systems for student support that reflect best practices in coaching, cohort management, and talent development.
  • Research best practices across education, workforce development, and financial services organizations and apply insights to improve coaching methods, systems, and scholar experience.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with scholars to support retention, engagement, and success throughout their participation in the Greenwood Project.
  • Develop and oversee feedback systems with commercial banking partners to monitor scholar performance during internships and address development needs in real time.
  • Support the strategic growth of the program by contributing to scalable systems, structures, and processes that enhance student development and commercial banking internship outcomes. 
  • Perform additional duties as assigned in support of program goals.


Education and Experience
A note to potential candidates: Multiple studies have shown that BIPOC and other candidates from marginalized populations are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description. Greenwood Project is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and finding the best candidate for the job. We would strongly encourage interested individuals to apply, even if they don't believe they meet every one of the qualifications described below.
 

·        Completed bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. Master’s degree preferred. Relevant subject areas preferred.
·        Minimum of two years of professional experience within the financial services industry required, specifically in commercial banking, commercial lending, treasury management, cash management, or relationship management.
·        Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and to think critically about the relationship between identity, access, and job performance.
·        Experience designing feedback loops, performance reviews, or development protocols focused on improving workplace outcomes.
·        Proven ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to align programs, systems, or services.
·        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions and measure impact.
·        Experience designing systems to track and monitor performance data. Strong Excel and AI skills preferred.
·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly to different audiences.
·        Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.


About Working at Greenwood Project
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The Greenwood Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other legally protected classification federally or in the State of Illinois. The Greenwood Project does not discriminate in its activities, educational programs, hiring practices, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504.
 
Compensation and Location
This is a Chicago-based role with remote work options. Pay: $45/hour.

Shared Values
  • Cultural Competency: All team members strive to build a working knowledge of the historical, social, and economic history of this country with a particular value for diverse identities, ideas, and experiences. As team members, we consistently work to acquire and apply cultural knowledge and adapt to the cultural context of various communities. We are reflective and often think about the impact of our actions, words, and thoughts on various components of their and others’ intersectional lines of identity. We strive to self-monitor our various layers of privilege and push the organization to be the strongest collection of voices possible. 
  • Influence and Impact: We value learning about the working styles and preferences of others and strive to adapt our approach to maximize the success of everyone on the team. 
  • Strategic Thinking: We critically analyze inputs and think through the long-term outputs of the organization, working to create systems and structures that are scalable and sustainable. 
  • Self-Direction: Our team members operate with both initiative and follow-through to ensure that we can operate in ways that build trust in each other.
  • Balance: We value in-person collaboration and independent, flexible work. For our Chicago-based employees, we have a hybrid schedule, with most associates finding a balance between office and home. 
  • Growth: We want your career to be satisfying for the long term. If you want to try a new project or attend a meeting with another group, we welcome it. We want you to learn, stretch and grow as much as you want. 
If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are eager to be part of a team dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified college students while driving meaningful change, we encourage you to apply for this role at Greenwood Project.