Software Engineer Internship – Technology Business Development & Client Solutions

Wellmark, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmark, Inc. is offering a Software Engineer Internship in our Technology Business Development & Client Solutions group in Des Moines, IA.

As an intern, you will support production issues, participate in team ceremonies, help build accessible web applications, and gain hands-on experience with NodeJS, Angular, .NET, MongoDB, and SQL. This role starts May 2027 with a hybrid schedule, and requires a current junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor's in CS or MIS, with strong writing and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
• Familiarity with modern web technologies and databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Technology and business stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve production support issues.
• Participate in team ceremonies for work breakdown, estimation, sequencing, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to creating inclusive, accessible, and user-friendly websites by applying WCAG best practices.
• Develop business knowledge of the application necessary to effectively provide support maintenance.

Skills

NodeJS

Angular

.NET

MongoDB

SQL

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Software Engineer Internship – Technology Business Development & Client Solutions

• Intern
• Department: Internships
• Pay Grade: 1

Why choose an internship with Wellmark?We strive to offer meaningful work that assists in your professional development and provides value to the team. You will gain valuable experience within the health insurance industry and put the skills and knowledge you’ve acquired in school to practice this summer during our2027 Summer Internship Program. You will have the opportunity to learn from subject matter experts and leaders within the industry, network with fellow internship program participants, and gain practical, hands-on work experience.

If you’re eager to learn, collaborate with others, demonstrate your potential, develop customer-focused solutions, and grow into an exciting career, we hope you’ll consider an internship with us!

What’sApplication Development in our Technology Division?At a time when technology is creating new business models, disrupting industries and creating valuable experiences for consumers, our role as technology team members must elevate an organization through innovative transformation, modernized technology and delivery of new business strategies, including an aim to continuously evolve and enhance the customer experience. This position is responsible for supporting many of Wellmark's member, employer, and provider-facing digital applications.

What projects might I support?Although subject to change, examples of projects you will be contributing to include:

• Collaborate with Technology and business stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve production support issues
• Active participation in team ceremonies for work breakdown, estimation, sequencing, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to creating inclusive, accessible, and user-friendly websites by applying WCAG best practices
• Develop business knowledge of the application necessary to effectively provide support maintenance

Ready to bring your strengths to Wellmark? Here’s what’s next!Review the qualifications below. If the position is a match with your passion and interests, submit your application today!

This internship will start in May of 2027, working a hybrid schedule from our headquarters in Des Moines.

• Current junior or senior student pursing a Bachelor's degree inComputerScience, MIS,or related field
• Knowledge of software development technologies (NodeJS, Angular, .NET, MongoDB, SQL)
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills. Accuracy and high attention to detail and self-starter.
• Ability to troubleshoot and develop creative technical solutions.
• Demonstrated computer skills with Microsoft Office products (Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Excellent writing and communication skills

Preferred:

• Prior work experience in an office environment or internship

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact us at [e-mail]

At this time, Wellmark is not considering applicants for this position that require any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please refer to the following resources: Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

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