Automation Developer Intern

COUNTRY Financial•Bloomington, IL

17h

About The Position

Join COUNTRY Financials Automation team and help solve real business challenges through technology. You'll work alongside experienced developers to build, test, and improve business processes that increase efficiency and enhance the employee experience. What you'll gain: Hands-on experience with automation, AI, and digital solutions Exposure to Power Platform, RPA, integrations, and emerging technologies Mentorship from experienced automation professionals Opportunities to contribute to meaningful business initiatives Real-world development, testing, and problem-solving experience. Application Timeline: We know waiting can be difficult, so we want to set expectations upfront. Our internship recruiting process takes place over several months. Applications open in mid-September and are reviewed as they are received. HR interviews are expected to begin in mid-October, followed by interviews with hiring leaders. Depending on the role and applicant volume, hiring decisions and offers may be made anytime from October through January. We appreciate your patience throughout the process and will communicate updates as they become available. How does this role make an impact? "Test drive" a potential career path through real corporate projects, collaboration in meetings, and several networking opportunities. While working alongside and learning from expert leaders at all levels of the company, in addition to teaming up with fellow interns to showcase your ideas, our interns impact the business, and experience professional and personal growth.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
Must be able to work full-time hours from late May 2027 to early August 2027.
Graduation date of August 2027 or beyond.
Basic programming experience in Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, or a similar language.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to learn new technologies and apply technical concepts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Power Automate, Power Apps, UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or other automation platforms.
Knowledge of AI, machine learning, generative AI, or prompt engineering concepts.
Familiarity with APIs, system integrations, and database technologies (SQL).
Understanding of Agile development methodologies and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Experience with Git, version control tools, or application development projects.
Knowledge of business process mapping and workflow optimization.
Exposure to Microsoft Power Platform, Azure, Copilot Studio, or intelligent automation technologies.

Responsibilities

Build, test, and improve business processes that increase efficiency and enhance the employee experience.
Contribute to meaningful business initiatives.
Gain real-world development, testing, and problem-solving experience.