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Data Engineering and Analytics Intern (Summer 2026)

CompanyWestern & Southern Financial Group
LocationCincinnati
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will participate in the full software development lifecycle to modernize and support internal financial applications. Responsibilities include coding in .NET/C# and SQL, troubleshooting production issues, and collaborating with business stakeholders.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
5326
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Founded in Cincinnati in 1888 as The Western and Southern Life Insurance Company, Western & Southern Financial Group, Inc. is the parent company of a group of diversified financial services businesses that includes the following: • The Western and Southern Life Insurance Company • Western-Southern Life Assurance Company • Columbus Life Insurance Company • Gerber Life Insurance Company¹ • Integrity Life Insurance Company • The Lafayette Life Insurance Company • National Integrity Life Insurance Company • Eagle Realty Group, LLC • Fabric by Gerber Life • Fort Washington Investment Advisors, Inc.² • Gerber Life Agency³ • Touchstone Advisors, Inc.² • Touchstone Securities, Inc.⁴ • W&S Brokerage Services, Inc.² ⁴ • W&S Financial Group Distributors, Inc.⁵ ¹Gerber Life is a registered trademark. Used under license from Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. and Gerber Products Company. ²An SEC registered investment adviser. ³In the State of California, Gerber Life Agency, LLC is known as and does business as Gerber Life Insurance Agency, LLC. ⁴A registered broker-dealer and member FINRA/SIPC. ⁵ W&S Financial Group Distributors, Inc. (doing business as W&S Financial Insurance Services in CA). For more information on the Western & Southern family of companies, visit www.westernsouthern.com. For disclosures/terms of service, visit www.westernsouthern.com/social-media-disclosures.
About the Role

Overview

Overview:

Join the IT Information Management Office IT team at Western & Southern Financial Group and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, professional environment. As a Software Developer Intern, you’ll contribute to the modernization and support of internal applications that are essential to the financial operations of a Fortune 500 company. You'll be exposed to all phases of the software development lifecycle and have the opportunity to work closely with experienced developers and business stakeholders

 

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and refactor existing business applications to support modernization efforts and enhance maintainability.
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC): requirements gathering, solution design, coding, testing, and deployment.
  • Develop scalable, high-quality code using .NET/C# and SQL.
  • Collaborate with developers, analysts, and business users to identify system enhancements and troubleshooting needs.
  • Document and communicate technical solutions clearly and concisely.
  • Provide application support, resolve production issues, and assist in maintaining operational stability.
  • Follow Western & Southern Financial Group development standards and ensure compliance with internal processes and SDLC guidelines.
  • Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to solution planning and execution.

Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Experience with full stack development (.NET/C# and SQL).
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn.

Preferred:

  • Basic understanding of finance or business operations is a plus,but not required.
  • Prior internship or project-based experience in software development.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in .NET/C# programming.
  • Strong SQL development and database design fundamentals.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), Agile methodologies, and modern development tools.
  • Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other productivity tools.

Work Environment:

This position is based in a professional office setting.Requires prolonged periods of computer work and desk-based activity.May involve repetitive motion tasks and extended screen time.

Key Skills
.NETC#SQLSoftware Development LifecycleDatabase DesignGitAgile MethodologiesTroubleshootingApplication SupportRequirements GatheringSolution DesignCodingTestingDeploymentCommunicationProblem-solving
Categories
TechnologySoftwareData & AnalyticsFinance & Accounting