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Internship Rendering Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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How much do internship rendering engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship rendering engineer in Chicago, IL is $26.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.30 and $29.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Internship Rendering Engineers?

Internship Rendering Engineers are students or recent graduates who work temporarily with a company, usually in the gaming, animation, or software industry, to help develop and optimize computer graphics rendering systems. They assist experienced engineers with tasks such as writing shader code, improving visual effects, and enhancing graphics performance. These internships offer hands-on experience with rendering engines, graphics APIs, and the latest visual technologies, providing valuable industry exposure and skill development.

What types of projects and technologies can an Internship Rendering Engineer expect to work on during their internship?

As an Internship Rendering Engineer, you'll typically work on projects involving real-time rendering, shader development, and graphics optimization for games or visualization applications. You might use technologies such as DirectX, OpenGL, Vulkan, or proprietary game engines, collaborating closely with artists and senior engineers to implement visual effects and ensure high performance. Interns often contribute to debugging graphical issues, optimizing rendering pipelines, and learning how rendering systems integrate with other parts of the software. This hands-on experience is invaluable for understanding both the technical and creative aspects of computer graphics.

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

To thrive as an Internship Rendering Engineer, you need a solid understanding of computer graphics fundamentals, C++ programming, and mathematics, often supported by coursework in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with graphics APIs such as OpenGL, DirectX, or Vulkan, as well as experience with shader programming languages like GLSL or HLSL, is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are essential for developing efficient rendering solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to visually compelling real-time graphics projects.
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Infographic showing various Internship Rendering Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Internship, and 75% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,460 per year, or $26.2 per hour.
Marine Platform Software Engineer-3

Marine Platform Software Engineer-3

Brunswick Corporation

Mettawa, IL • On-site

$66K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Are you ready for what's next?
Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests™," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Location: Mettawa, IL
Workplace Category: Hybrid
Travel Required: 5% of the time
Direct Reports: None
Pay Range: $66,500 - $95,750
Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the country for which they are applying. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship at this time or in the future.
Relocation: Assistance not offered
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Essential Functions:
  • Develop and maintain custom, reusable UI (User Interface) components on the Android platform
  • Develop advanced visualizations/renderings/components using Game Engines
  • Develop and maintain reusable mid-level data layer components for interfacing directly with boat and boat sensor data
  • Integrate and improve agentic workflows within mobile application spaces for boat ecosystem cohesion
  • Monitor and maintain efficient application/rendering performance
  • Practice Agile methodology and follow best practices for software development such as: Jira, GitHub, Confluence, automated testing, etc.
  • Develop and render high quality, interactive 2D/3D applications based off real-time environmental data
  • Develop reusable UI components and layouts on Android platform
  • Develop and maintain robust front/backend communications for components and visualizations
  • Develop and maintain mid-level codebase for communicating directly with boat data and boat sensors
  • Maintain and Improve agentic workflow mobile application development for boat ecosystem cohesion
  • Author and maintain design documentation and functional specifications
  • Provide technical guidance and support to internal and external teams
  • Work closely with the design team to implement components and visualizations
  • Review and create technical requirements, best practices, and validation procedures

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science or related engineering field
  • 1+ years of prior experience (inclusive of internships and co-op experiences)
  • Understanding of Android, Java, Python, and C/C++
  • Experience with requirement and issue tracking tools
  • Software background with complex software systems programming and development
  • Problem-solving skills and critical thinking
  • Ability to communicate ideas and suggestions both verbally and written

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with UI/UX design and implementation
  • Understanding of design tools such as Figma
  • B.S/M.S. in computer engineering, computer science or related engineering field
  • Experience with SDK development
  • Experience in machine learning and agentic workflow development
  • Experience with ADAS and autonomous sensors such as sonar, radar, lidar, and cameras
  • Experience in the marine environment

Working Conditions:
• Office environment.
The hiring range for this position is $66,500 - $95,750 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
Navico Group
Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world's largest recreational marine business.
Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale.
Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.
Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.
For more information about EEO laws, - click here
Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify.
Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies
Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942.
All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers. If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com.
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