Employee Benefits Intern - Summer 2027

IMA Financial Group • Overland Park, KS

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Employee Benefits Intern joins IMA’s Client Experience Employee Benefits team for a summer internship based in the Kansas City office. The role offers exposure to the company, the employee benefits industry, and how IMA works with clients to address challenges and provide strategic solutions. The internship combines cohort-wide learning and programming with department-specific projects and work that can contribute to client, business, and associate outcomes.

The intern supports data analysis, operational projects, and preparation of client materials while learning about insurance functions and client service. The schedule is four days in the office and one day working from home. The internship is a learning and development opportunity and does not include the benefit programs provided solely to regular full-time associates. Interns receive IMA paid holidays and five days of LifeBalance PTO during the internship.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a program related to a host department, such as Business, Finance, Accounting, or Risk Management and Insurance.
• Expected graduation in Spring 2027, December 2027, or Spring 2028.
• Interest in insurance-related roles.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to problem-solve, think critically, and provide creative solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Involvement in insurance clubs or Gamma Iota Sigma.
• Previous work or internship experience in a professional services or similar environment.
• Curiosity about future employment in the insurance industry; preference is given to students closer to graduation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Excel spreadsheets, perform calculations, and interpret trends to support client deliverables and internal reporting.
• Support operational projects, including benchmarking and client tracking.
• Prepare client summaries, presentations, and analysis packets with professional communication and attention to detail.
• Use independent critical thinking to complete tasks with minimal instruction, identify appropriate next steps, and maintain efficient workflows.
• Observe claims processes and work with the IMA Employee Benefits team; participate in client and carrier meetings as appropriate.
• Represent the team at industry events and carrier meetings, building knowledge of risk control, market dynamics, and client service practices.
• Participate in company, department, and cohort events, learning programs, and networking sessions with IMA associates.

Benefits

• IMA paid holidays during the internship.
• Five days of LifeBalance PTO during the internship, inclusive of vacation, sick time, or personal time.
• Hourly pay of $18.00 to $22.00, determined by expected graduation year.
• Eligible for overtime in accordance with federal and state wage and hour laws.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed