Data Engineering Summer 2025 Internship - Chicago, IL

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

About JLL Technologies (JLLT):
 

JLL Technologies is a specialized group within JLL. We deliver unparalleled digital advisory, implementation, and services solutions to organizations globally. We provide best-in-class technologies to bring digital ambitions to life aligning technology, people and processes. Our goal is to leverage technology to increase the value and liquidity of the world's buildings, while enhancing the productivity and the happiness of those that occupy them.
 

What the job involves:
 

JLL, an international real estate management company, is seeking an Data Engineer Intern to join our JLL Technologies Team.  We are seeking candidates that are self-starters to work in a diverse and fast-paced environment that can join our Enterprise Data team. We are looking for a candidate that is responsible for designing and developing of data solutions that are strategic for the business using the latest technologies Azure Databricks, Python, PySpark, SparkSQL, Azure functions, Delta Lake, Azure DevOps CI/CD.

As a Summer Intern in Data Engineering at JLL, you will:

• Plan, design, develop, and monitor complex data integration activities for project delivery and daily operations.

• Use PySpark and Spark SQL to extract, manipulate, and transform data from various sources for analysis and modeling.

• Build and optimize ETL workflows using Azure Databricks and PySpark, focusing on efficiency, validation, error handling, and performance.

• Integrate data from multiple sources, creating unified views for analysis and reporting.

• Perform various levels of testing, including unit, integration, regression, and assist with user acceptance testing.

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and consult on documentation for accurate data interpretation.

• Identify automation opportunities and optimize data engineering processes using PySpark, Azure Databricks, and Azure Functions.

• Create and maintain technical documentation to ensure knowledge sharing and solution maintainability.

• Implement data security best practices, ensuring data privacy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance. ​

Program Details  

• Dates:  June 2, 2025 – August 8, 2025

• Location: Chicago, IL

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience or enthusiast data developer using Python, PySpark, Spark Sql, ETL knowledge, SQL Server, ETL Concepts

• Pursuing degree in Information Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or a quantitative discipline in Science, Business, or Social Science. 

• Thorough knowledge in Azure Cloud Platform, Cloud Storage, Databricks, Python, PySpark.

• Able to think logically, organize work flows efficiently, and solve problems independently.

• Capability to self-learn new software applications and programming languages.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.

• Excellent technical, analytical and organizational skills.

We do not offer relocation assistance or housing for our internship program. 

 

Permanent US work authorization required. 

 

About our Internship Program 

 

Take the opportunity to start your career early in the commercial real estate field! Spend time learning what it’s like to work in the fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team-oriented environment at JLL. 

 

Interns are an important part of what makes JLL a great place to work. Within our program, interns are an integral part of our team working alongside real estate analysts, transaction professionals and other associates. You will gain valuable insight into the commercial real estate industry while being exposed to multiple lines of business over the course of your internship. 

Estimated total compensation for this position:

10,000.00 – 12,800.00 USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

On-site –Chicago, IL

Job Tags:

GlobalEC

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

JLL Privacy Notice

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.

For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process –  you may contact us at Accommodation Requests. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

California Residents only

If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.