Student Application Development Co-Op – Banking Tech

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines invites motivated students to join the Information Technology team as a co-op. You will support and enhance enterprise systems, assist with analysis, development, and testing, and provide end-user technical support.

The role emphasizes hands-on application development with exposure to financial systems. Strong Java/SQL skills and coursework in engineering/computer science are expected, with full-time availability for students.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in engineering/computer science or graduate student in masters of engineering/computer science program.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Detail oriented.
• Knowledge of agile/waterfall development practices.
• Java stack development knowledge.
• MS SQL Server knowledge, including SQL Server Reporting Services and/or SQL Server Integration Services.
• Interest in or understanding of financial institutions and financial instruments.
• Current students and candidates with a strong interest in application development and who are able to work full-time hours.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and enhance systems used across the Bank.
• Assist with application analysis, development, and testing activities.
• Provide technical support to IT staff and end users as needed.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of internally developed applications.
• Work with vendor-supported platforms to ensure optimal system performance and functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and system-related issues.
• Gain exposure to financial systems and banking technology processes.
• Collaborate with team members on technology initiatives and projects.

Skills

Java

Excel

Word

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/CS or MSc in engineering/CS

Tools

SQL Server

SQL Server Reporting Services

SQL Server Integration Services

Job description

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines invites motivated students to join the Information Technology team as a co-op. You will support and enhance enterprise systems, assist with analysis, development, and testing, and provide end-user technical support.

The role emphasizes hands-on application development with exposure to financial systems. Strong Java/SQL skills and coursework in engineering/computer science are expected, with full-time availability for students.