Job Description

If you're ready to put your passion for technology to work in a way that makes a real difference, you’ll find your place in our City Colleges of Chicago Tech Apprenticeship. This role is a pipeline to our full-time Emerging Talent Software Engineer Program (ETSE).

As a Tech Apprentice in the 2026 Software Engineer - Emerging Talent Program, you will help build and optimize digital applications and systems that support millions of customers, clients, and employees worldwide.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading financial services firm with operations worldwide. With over 63,000 technologists globally and an annual tech spend of $17 billion, JPMorgan Chase is dedicated to innovating and improving the design, analytics, development, coding, testing and application programming that goes into creating high quality software and new products. Under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands, the Firm serves millions of customers in the U.S., and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients globally. Visit http://www.jpmorganchase.com/tech for more information.

This is a 6 month position with an anticipated start date of July 2026. At the end of the apprenticeship, top performers may receive the opportunity to join us for a full-time role.

The 2026 Software Engineer Program – Emerging Talent (Chicago Tech Apprenticeship). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible as programs will close once positions are filled.

Job responsibilities

• Begin with an induction covering our tech strategies, products, and systems, as well as an overview of our technology community.
• Dive head-first and gain hands-on experience creating innovative solutions that make a difference for our customers, clients, and employees.
• Work on agile teams with peers and experienced software engineers to grow your skills, share ideas and innovate with our technology community all over the world.
• Gain deeper insight into what it means to work here through networking events, senior speaker sessions and peer-mentorship programs.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Computer Science and/or Engineering majors are preferred

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Computer Info Systems, Internet & Info Technology, Computer Applications major
• Accumulated at least 45 credits by the end of Fall 2025
• A well-rounded academic background
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Javascript, Java, C++, C#), databases, data structures and algorithms
• Experience across the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Exposure to agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency and Security
• Emerging knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• In touch with industry wide technology trends and best practices
• Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals, and passionate about building an innovative culture
• Understanding of software skills such as business analysis, development, maintenance, and software improvement

Locations you may join:

• Chicago, Illinois

To be eligible for this program, you must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this program. Likewise, JPMorgan Chase, will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT.).

What’s Next?

Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume and location preference. Your application and resume is a way for us to initially get to know you, so it’s important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible.

After you submit your application, we will review it to determine whether you meet certain required qualifications.

If you are advanced to the next step of the process, you’ll receive an email invitation to complete a coding challenge powered by HackerRank. This is your opportunity to further bring your resume to life and showcase your experience for our recruiting team and hiring managers.

HackerRank is required, and your application will not be considered for further review until you have completed this step. We strongly encourage that you apply and complete these required elements as soon as possible, since programs will close as positions are filled.

JPMorgan Chase is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that respects all people for their unique skills, backgrounds and professional experiences. We will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Visit jpmorganchase.com/careers for upcoming events, career advice, our locations and more.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans