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Intern - Software Developer

CompanyFarmers Mutual Hail.
LocationWest Des Moines
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will be responsible for coding software solutions for real projects, including the creation of new functions, enhancements, and maintenance to support the policy administration system. They will also evaluate and clarify requirements, code software, validate it, and maintain development documentation.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
452
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
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.
About the Role

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERNSHIP

FARMERS MUTUAL HAIL INSURANCE COMPANY OF IOWA

 

Looking for an internship to increase your software development skills in a very talented and progressive Agile IT department?  Farmers Mutual Hail (located in West Des Moines) is currently looking for four qualified undergraduates to intern as Software Developers for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.  This is a paid internship starting Monday, May 18 through Friday, August 7, working up to 40 hours per week for the summer, with the potential to turn into a full-time, permanent position in the future.  Interns will be responsible for coding software solutions for real projects, including the creation of new functions, enhancements, and maintenance to support our policy administration system.  We are looking for currently-enrolled college students who are close to the West Des Moines area, as this is not a remote internship.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

  • 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.

Qualifications:

  • 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 2026 graduates will not be eligible).  
  • Exposure to Java (a must), SQL queries, Object-Oriented Programming concepts is a plus.

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 of Iowa. 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. #LI-DNI


Key Skills
JavaSQLObject-Oriented ProgrammingSoftware DevelopmentAgileDocumentationCodingValidationCommunicationRequirements Analysis
Categories
TechnologySoftware
Benefits
On-Site Fitness CenterCafeteriaEmployee Appreciation Events