At Farmers Mutual Hail (FMH), our mission is simple: protect the livelihoods and legacies of America’s farmers through the complete farm insurance solutions we offer. As America’s Crop Insurance Company™, we’re headquartered in the U.S. and have been owned by the farmers we insure for over 125 years.
Farmers Mutual Hail (located in West Des Moines, IA) is currently looking for a qualified undergraduate to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. This is a paid internship starting Monday, May 17 through Friday, August 6, working up to 40 hours per week for the summer, with the potential to turn into a full-time, permanent position in the future.
We are looking for currently-enrolled college students who are close to the West Des Moines area, as this is not a remote internship.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Must be a currently-enrolled sophomore, junior or senior at an undergraduate college or university, majoring in Computer Science or MIS; or a Math major who has taken technical college-level courses. (May 2027 graduates will not be eligible).
Skills: Exposure to Java (a must), SQL queries, Object-Oriented Programming concepts is a plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluates, clarifies, and understands requirements, documents, and functional specifications.
- Codes software in accordance with specifications and requirements, using Java.
- Validates software; complies with specifications and requirements.
- Creates, updates, and maintains appropriate development documentation.
- Interacts/communicates with other IT department staff.
- Follows all IT department processes and procedures.
- Accomplishes other tasks and duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Office environment with individual workspace provided.
- Casual dress.
- On-site fitness center and cafeteria.
- Employee appreciation events.
- Opportunity to participate in company-wide activities.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization by Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company, SI. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.
Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company does not discriminate in employment (EOE). All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduate student
- Major in Computer Science or MIS, or Mathematics with technical college-level coursework
- Exposure to Java
- Located close to West Des Moines, Iowa, for on-site work
- SQL query experience
- Object-oriented programming concepts
What We Do
Farmers Mutual Hail has been providing peace of mind for American farmers and their families since 1893. As America's Crop Insurance Company, FMH provides comprehensive risk management solutions, including private and federal crop insurance, reinsurance products and services, as well as farm and ranch insurance that includes auto, property, and liability coverage. For Complete Farm Insurance Solutions™, look to FMH.
