Summer 2026 Software Development Intern at Altom Transport · Chicago

Duration: Summer 2026 (Flexible start and end dates)
Hours: 40 hours per week (depending on availability)
Paid Internship

About Us:

Altom Transport is a premier petrochemical and hazardous materials carrier committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence. We're looking for a Software Development Intern to help support our operations, billing, and app development initiatives. This is a great opportunity for students or recent graduates looking to gain real-world experience in software development within the transportation and logistics industry.

This position operates out of our Hammond terminal.

Requirements

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in building and optimizing internal applications to support business operations.
• Work with billing and operations teams to develop tools that streamline processes.
• Help improve mobile and web applications used by customers and staff.
• Collaborate with the IT team to troubleshoot, test, and deploy new software solutions.
• Work on API integrations, database management, and system automation.
• Participate in meetings with stakeholders to understand business needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Current student or recent graduate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with JavaScript, Python, or other programming languages.
• Knowledge of database management (SQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology.

Benefits

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in real-world software development.
• Exposure to business operations and process automation.
• Mentorship from experienced IT and operations professionals.
• A chance to build applications that directly impact the company’s success.

Interested? Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in software development.