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Software Engineer Internship - Technology Healthcare Innovation
Wellmark · Internships
- Hours
- Intern
- Where
- Des Moines, IA
- Posted
- Sep 21
What’s Software Engineering in our Technology Division? Wellmark is building innovative, modern solutions using cutting edge technology. We are driving organizational transformation and business strategy by empowering our technology team to innovate new and elegant solutions to enhance the customer experience. Together, we are leaning into the future, owning the outcome, and driving organizational change to transform how we work.
What projects might I support? Although subject to change, examples of projects you will be contributing to include:
This internship will start in May of 2027, working a hybrid schedule from our headquarters in Des Moines.
What you'd do
- Supports analysis and development activities focused on integration with other applications.
- Eagerness to learn and stay current on industry trends and have a continuous learning mindset.
- Applies foundational functional knowledge to produce work deliverables in support of departmental initiatives Ready to bring your strengths to Wellmark?
- Review the qualifications below.
- If the position is a match with your passion and interests, submit your application today!
What they want
- Current junior, senior or graduate student pursing a Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Business Analytics, MIS, or related field
- Demonstrated knowledge of developer concepts/tools.
- Knowledge of programming languages (ex. NodeJS, AWS SNS/SQS/Lamda, SQL, AWS Glue, Python) and computer operating systems – Windows, Unix, etc.
- Demonstrate proficiency with modern AI tools and incorporate them effectively into engineering workflows and development practices.
- Knowledge and experience with structured and/or object-oriented programming techniques.
- Analytical problem-solving skills. Accuracy and high attention to detail.
- Ability to trouble-shoot and develop creative and efficient technical solutions.
- Demonstrated computer skills with Microsoft Office products (Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel).
- Excellent writing and communication skills; excellent organizational skills. Strong time management skills and ability to continually prioritize as needed. Preferred
- Prior work experience in an office environment or internship
About Wellmark · Internships
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 our 2027 Summer Internship Program.