Temporary Optical Engineer Intern Jobs in Elgin, IL

Job Summary With more than 50 years of consecutive growth, we’ve built a dynamic workplace where over 45,000 employees worldwide are empowered to grow and contribute to our entrepreneurial culture. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented individuals, like you, to join our team. Our people are genuine, creative, and proactive problem-solvers who move fast, move mountains, and succeed together. A Medline internship provides real-world, hands-on experience where you can make a true impact. Interns take ownership of projects while gaining valuable insight into the day-to-day responsibilities of their roles. Beyond the work itself, the summer experience includes enriching opportunities such as social and networking events, leadership presentations, community service activities, and more. Through meaningful work and professional development experiences, you’ll build a tangible skillset that helps set you apart from your peers. Our internships span a variety of business areas and are open to rising seniors in undergraduate programs. Designed to support both personal and professional growth, the 10-week summer program runs from early June through mid-August in one of our four corporate offices in the Chicagoland area. Job Description As a Software Engineering Intern, you will work alongside experienced software engineers to design, develop, test, deploy, and support applications that drive Medline's Warehouse Management Systems and E-Commerce platforms. This role provides exposure to both front-end and back-end development, allowing interns to contribute across the software development lifecycle while collaborating in an agile, team-oriented environment. Examples of Projects and Responsibilities Develop and implement new features for business and e-commerce applications. Design, code, test, deploy, and support software solutions. Analyze, debug, and resolve software defects and production issues. Participate in code reviews and follow established coding standards and best practices. Develop and execute unit tests and support automated testing efforts. Collaborate with team members to improve existing applications and software development processes. Write technical documentation to support software maintenance and usability. Analyze business requirements and contribute to solution design discussions. Work closely with fellow interns and Medline team members in a collaborative, professional environment. Qualifications Rising senior or junior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field. Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred. Experience with Java and/or JavaScript through coursework, projects, or internships. Understanding of object-oriented programming principles and software design concepts. Exposure to modern front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, or Next.js. Familiarity with databases and SQL. Experience with Git or other version control systems. Knowledge of frameworks and tools such as Spring, Hibernate, Maven, Selenium, Jasmine, or Karma is a plus. Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is a plus. Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and adapt quickly to new technologies. Unrestricted permanent U.S. work authorization. Click here to learn more about a career in IT at Medline! Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $23.25 - $33.75 Hourly The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp for interns and temporary roles. We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here. Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.