Top Internships in Des Moines, IA

Supports mechanical system, component, and assembly design and development; conducts engineering research and analysis; collaborates with cross-functional teams; helps solve technical problems and optimize designs; participates in testing and validation; and gains experience with industry-standard tools and software.

Supports the design and development of electrical systems and components, conducts testing and performance analysis, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and gains experience with industry-standard tools, electrical codes, and standards under experienced engineering guidance.

Supports the design and development of mechanical systems, components, and assemblies; conducts engineering research and analysis; collaborates with cross-functional teams to solve technical problems; participates in testing and validation; and gains exposure to industry-standard tools and software through hands-on aerospace projects.

Supports product marketing, market research, customer and competitive analysis, product positioning, pricing, go-to-market planning, digital marketing, demand generation, brand promotion, and new product launches. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop marketing plans, identify growth opportunities, monitor offering performance, and improve processes under the guidance of a regional marketing manager.

The Systems Engineering Intern will assist with designing and developing system solutions, gathering requirements, defining specifications, integrating and testing system components, troubleshooting technical issues, and documenting engineering activities. The intern will collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams while gaining hands-on experience in system design, integration, testing, modeling, and simulation within Honeywell Aerospace.

Supports the design and development of electrical systems and components, conducts testing and performance analysis, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and gains practical experience with industry-standard tools, technologies, electrical codes, and standards. The intern receives mentorship while contributing to aerospace engineering projects.

Supports community pharmacy operations by processing prescription and over-the-counter orders, assisting with patient care and clinical therapy navigation, maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA and PHI guidelines, stocking supplies, managing inventory, and supporting customer relationships and community outreach.

Supports the Internal Sales Support team through structured training on annuity products, financial services, internal systems, and sales processes. Assists financial professionals and handles inbound calls after training, answers product and process questions, fulfills illustration and marketing-material requests, participates in presentations, and contributes to sales-support projects and process improvements.

Supports corporate training initiatives by helping plan and facilitate workshops, develop training materials and e-learning modules, research best practices, coordinate events, and maintain training records. The intern gains experience in instructional design, employee development, curriculum development, and learning program administration while collaborating with Athene teams.

Supports actuarial modeling by compiling data, calculating rates, performing pricing analysis, assisting with product filings and financial statements, automating processes, documenting methodologies, and communicating recommendations to management. The internship includes professional development, networking, and collaboration opportunities. Candidates must pursue a relevant four-year degree and demonstrate analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with commitment to the actuarial exam process and FSA designation.

Assist actuarial and information technology teams by gathering information, testing system changes, supporting initiatives, improving application-related processes, and documenting processes and data analysis. The internship emphasizes analytical problem-solving, process efficiency, collaboration, and professional development. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college or university for Fall 2027 and pursue a relevant four-year degree.

Supports process improvement initiatives using Six Sigma methodology, assists with day-to-day processing activities, revises processes to improve efficiency and quality, documents processes and data analysis, and contributes to special projects and recommendations.

Participate in a 10–12-week technical services internship focused on a project with operational impact. Responsibilities include supporting team tasks, contributing to meetings, coordinating across departments, identifying process improvements, creating standard work, attending training and networking events, and presenting project results to company leadership. Candidates must be enrolled in a Food Science or Bakery Science degree program and available for full-time summer employment.

Human Resources Interns complete a summer project, support HR team tasks, participate in meetings and internship events, collaborate across departments, identify process improvements, create standard work, and present project results to company leadership. The 10–12 week program includes mentorship, professional development, networking, and team-building activities.

Legal intern participating in a 10–12 week summer program, completing a high-impact project, supporting legal team tasks, contributing to meetings and process improvements, collaborating across departments, and presenting results to leadership.

Supports a summer supply chain project with measurable operational impact, assists team tasks, contributes in department meetings, collaborates across departments, identifies process improvements, creates standard work, participates in internship activities, and presents final results to leadership. The internship lasts 10–12 weeks during May–August and includes mentorship, training, networking, and team-building opportunities.

Kemin Industries seeks a Research and Development Intern for a 10–12-week summer program. The intern will lead a project, support team activities, participate in meetings, identify process improvements, create standard work, collaborate across departments, and present results to company leadership. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited degree program in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Microbiology and demonstrate strong communication skills and commitment to full-time summer employment.

Paid summer internship involving agricultural research modules such as planting, plot identification, data collection, thinning, production support, and hybrid performance evaluation. Interns gain hands-on experience diagnosing agronomic issues, analyzing stand-count data, supporting research studies, and assisting sales staff with customer field evaluations.

Supports Eagle Life wholesaling teams through advisor list segmentation, illustration and pre-sale requests, marketing campaigns, market research, collateral updates, and sales opportunity analysis. The intern learns annuity products, collaborates with Marketing, National Accounts, and Customer Excellence teams, uses CRM and related software, and presents project outcomes to stakeholders. This is a 10–12 week, in-person internship in Des Moines with mentorship and cross-functional project work.

Assists senior engineers with precast concrete structural design, contract document review, erection and production drawings, design checks, production support, and jobsite visits. Learns engineering design software, precast product and connection design, foundation and supporting-element connections, lateral analysis, and construction procedures.

Supports the glass business unit with estimating, project preparation, scheduling, detailing, contract review, material confirmations, and operational coordination. Reviews project documents, prepares preliminary estimates, gathers information before drawing production, maintains estimating programs, tracks shipment dates, participates in kickoff meetings, and develops holistic schedules covering design, engineering, submittals, production, delivery, and closeout.

Inspects precast and prestressed concrete products for compliance with PDM and PCI standards. Performs prepour and postpour inspections, concrete and aggregate testing, documentation, variance reporting, product marking, and quality issue escalation. Collaborates with quality control and production personnel, maintains inspection records, reads shop drawings, supports continuous improvement, and performs housekeeping and safety responsibilities.

Estimating intern supporting precast sales and estimating teams. Responsibilities include quantity takeoffs, learning estimating software, reviewing drawings and specifications, tracking production schedules, identifying bidding opportunities, supporting sales orders, coordinating vendor pricing, taking meeting minutes, and assisting with bid-running activities. The role is intended for a college student pursuing a construction- or business-related degree.

Supports estimating and construction project management activities, including reviewing drawings and specifications, coordinating vendor pricing, processing submittals, RFIs and change orders, attending job meetings, documenting project information, reviewing contracts and scopes, maintaining files, and communicating with internal teams, clients, and vendors. The internship is designed for a college student pursuing a four-year construction-related degree.

Supports steel sales, estimating, procurement, and project management activities. Responsibilities include quantity take-offs, bid and peer reviews, bid calendar tracking, scope and schedule development, subcontractor and supplier communication, proposal preparation, change order pricing, project handoffs, and RFI/submittal support. The intern will also gain exposure to steel fabrication and construction processes.