Applications Systems Internship Summer 2027

Midwest Heritage, A Hy-Vee Company • West Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The Applications Systems Intern works with Midwest Heritage’s Systems team to learn how software, data, and connected systems support banking and the customer experience. The intern contributes to system upgrades, maintenance, data quality, and documentation while developing skills in business technology and process improvement. The role explores ways technology can help employees work more effectively and make banking easier for customers.

The position is in the Banking department and is non-exempt. It requires a commitment of 30–40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks, starting in May. Duties are normally performed in a general office setting, which is fast-paced and involves frequent pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects in a day. The intern is accountable to and reports to the Director of Systems; no positions report to the intern.

The position involves working with Midwest Heritage employees, bank customers, Hy-Vee employees, vendors, and outside agents doing direct business with Midwest Heritage. The intern is responsible for protecting the privacy and confidentiality of customer, employee, banking, insurance, and financial information at all times.

Requirements

• Be at least a junior majoring in Management Information Systems (MIS), Accounting Information Systems (AIS), Finance, or Accounting.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Be able to work 30–40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks starting in May.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Be comfortable using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, and learning new digital tools.
• Communicate clearly, ask questions, and share ideas with coworkers and customers.
• Build positive working relationships and collaborate with people from different teams and backgrounds.
• Show strong attention to detail, including the ability to review forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Be able to learn new applications, ask thoughtful questions, and use feedback to strengthen technical and problem-solving skills.
• Be committed to the Midwest Heritage mission and willing to promote the organization’s values.
• Meet the position’s physical requirements: sit for long periods; see detail at near range with or without correction; and perform talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in financial services and information systems, with previous exposure through coursework, projects, or employment preferred.
• Basic familiarity with project methodologies and curiosity about how technology solves business problems preferred.
• Classes or experience related to data analytics, project management, or technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to system implementation and upgrade projects, learning how business needs translate into software configurations and connected workflows.
• Support system maintenance and testing under team guidance to help applications operate reliably and effectively.
• Review and clean up data to improve accuracy and support useful reporting and informed decisions.
• Update system documentation and identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve the employee and customer experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern