Digital Engineering Intern at MERGE

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

React, Angular, TypeScript, .Net, Java, Python, CMS, DXP, Application Development, Digital Experiences, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Proactivity, Ownership, Technology

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

Merge Storytelling and Technology We bring together the minds and passions of creative pioneers, tech innovators, and data explorers to help ambitious clients solve business challenges and rise to the top. MERGE has enduring client partnerships with American Express, T-Mobile, Subway, Kate Spade NY, Coach, The North Face, Meta, Adobe, BlueCross BlueShield, Abbott, Astellas, Supernus, CSL, GE Healthcare, Broward Health, Indiana University Health, and Morgan Stanley. With offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Montreal, New York City and Los Angeles. MERGE uses a talent-to-task process that enables clients to think higher and feel deeper about their customers. Promote Health, Wellness & Happiness We are committed to promoting health, wellness and happiness in the world by partnering with purpose-driven clients in purpose-driven industries in healthcare, life science, and consumer products. Our deep vertical expertise and category insights stem from decade-long partnerships with our top clients. Emerge to the Top of Your Career At MERGE, we strive to create a superior work experience where talented and ambitious people grow. An experience that encourages people to think higher and feel deeper. An experience where people engage their minds and hearts to do the best work of their careers. As our Digital Engineering Intern, you will... Build the next generation of digital experiences. As our Digital Engineering Intern, you’ll dive into the full development lifecycle of websites, applications, and APIs, collaborating with our engineering team to create and maintain the innovative digital solutions that connect our clients with their customers. What you'll experience: Deep Expertise & Broad Exposure: While embedded within the Digital Engineering department for hands-on, meaningful work, you will also gain broad exposure across the entire agency. This allows you to develop deep functional skills while building a holistic understanding of our service offerings. Defining Your Passion: Explore diverse work across the agency to identify your professional passions within the dynamic fields of technology and marketing. Core Summer Project: Through your learnings, you and your fellow interns will collaborate on a central project: creating engaging, authentic content that showcases MERGE culture, our innovative work, and our people. What you’ll do: Work directly with your assigned manager to execute hands-on deliverables aligned with our core business offerings, focusing on Digital Engineering Assist with DXP/CMS assessments, solution design, and implementation Support application development for websites, APIs, and other digital experiences Contribute to DXP/CMS migrations, upgrades, and managed services Apply technical skills and critical thinking to real-world client challenges Actively contribute to and complete the Intern Cohort Content Project Participate in cross-functional collaboration and learning sessions What we’re looking for: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in a relevant field (e.g., Technology, Computer Science, AI, or related field) Must be a rising junior or senior Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative attitude Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to take ownership of tasks Demonstrated interest in technology, data, and marketing Proficiency in languages and frameworks like React, Angular, TypeScript, .Net, Java, or Python, and experience with CMS/DXP platforms like Sitecore or Adobe AEM is a plus First Generation college students strongly encouraged to apply You must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this role Internship Essentials Duration: 10 weeks between June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026 - Monday - Friday Compensation: $20.00/hour Location: Chicago, IL - Hybrid 2 days/week in-office MERGE does not provide any form of housing reimbursement/stipend #LI-DP1 #LI-HYBRID And here’s how we live our values at MERGE Ability. Mastering our craft Agility. Delivering with a growth mindset Humility. Collaborating for shared success MERGE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer MERGE welcomes and celebrates diversity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or people with abilities. We believe that the more diverse we are, the more creative our work will be!

Responsibilities

As a Digital Engineering Intern, you will build the next generation of digital experiences by collaborating with the engineering team on websites, applications, and APIs. You will also assist with DXP/CMS assessments, solution design, and implementation.