At American Equity Investment Life Holding Company®we offer leading annuity products that help empower our clients to fulfill their needs and wants in retirement. Our success comes from hiring high-energy individuals who embody the beliefs that drive our unique culture. We currently fund over half a million retirements nationwide, and have been headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, for over twenty-five years with satellite offices in Charlotte, NC and New York, NY.
The AEL Summer Internship Program offers an immersive real-world experience, closely replicating the career journey of an American Equity professional. Each intern will contribute to meaningful, hands-on projects that drive measurable business outcomes, gaining valuable experience along the way.
Interns will also have the opportunity to present their project work to company leaders, network with executives, and participate in educational programs designed to support their personal and professional growth. Additionally, interns will engage in community service projects and social events, building connections with fellow interns and the broader American Equity team.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The SAP Development Internship is an excellent opportunity for recent IT graduates or students in their final year of an Information Technology degree to gain hands-on experience in SAP programming. The position offers the opportunity to transition to a full-time role upon successful completion of the program and graduation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in developing, testing, and maintaining SAP applications and modules.
- Collaborates with senior developers and functional teams to design solutions that meet business requirements.
- Participates in coding, debugging, and troubleshooting of SAP programs.
- Supports the integration of SAP with other systems.
- Documents technical processes and solutions.
- Performs data analysis and reporting using SAP tools.
- Learns and stays up to date with the latest SAP technologies and best practices.
- Performs other related work as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Reports:
None
Indirect Reports:
None
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of programming concepts (experience in ABAP or any other programming languages is a plus).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Eagerness to learn SAP development and willingness to grow in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
- Ability to prioritize and manage tasks efficiently.
- Exposure to SAP modules (such as FI/CO, MM, SD) through coursework or projects.
- Experience with database management (SQL) is an advantage.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS:
None required for this position.
Benefits of Internship:
- Hands-on SAP programming experience under the guidance of senior developers.
- Mentorship from industry professionals.
- Flexible work schedule to accommodate academic commitments.
- Potential for full-time employment based on performance and graduation.
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This description covers the major purpose and essential functions of the job. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each task is to be performed. Employees may receive other job related instructions and be required to perform other job related work requested by their manager. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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What We Do
American Equity* Fixed Index Annuities * Retirement Planning * Customer Service
An American-owned and operated company headquartered in the heart of the Midwest, American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company® is a leader in the fixed indexed annuities marketplace. American Equity’s growth and success is attributed to our dedication to excellent customer service and emphasis on building customer relationships.
“The One Who Works for You!®” serves as the foundation for the way American Equity does business and values its more than 500 employees. Guided by our Principles of Excellence, we do more than sell retirement annuity products -- we are dedicated to fostering opportunity and innovation to meet the ever-changing needs and goals of retirement.
"It's About the People" is the American Equity story and the legacy of our founder David J. Noble. This commitment to excellence includes our employees, agents, partners, and contract owners. We thank you for entrusting us with the things that matter most.
When your retirement begins, you want to ensure you can enjoy it, which is why it’s important to have reliable support that can help fund every day of your golden years. After all, your life of hard work has earned you the retirement you planned for. These are the guiding principles that define everything we do. American Equity is the one who works for you.
