2027 IT Intern

Americo Financial Life and Annuity•Kansas City, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Americo’s paid, 10-week summer IT internship program offers hands-on workplace experience and an opportunity to increase industry knowledge. Interns work on special projects, shadow experienced team members, and interact with people from all levels of the company. The internship is on-site at Americo’s downtown Kansas City, Missouri office. Applicants must be able to reside in the Kansas City metro area from June through August 2027. The program does not offer sponsorship.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in an IT-related field, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
Ability to organize work and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a resourceful and creative approach.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
General understanding of IT concepts, such as networking, operating systems, databases, software development, or cybersecurity fundamentals.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Able to reside in the Kansas City metro area from June through August 2027.

Responsibilities

Support IT team members with day-to-day operations, projects, and technical initiatives.
Contribute to current IT projects and departmental goals.
Assist with troubleshooting, testing, and resolving technical issues.
Help develop, document, and improve processes, tools, and templates.
Conduct research and collect data on technologies, tools, and best practices.
Maintain accurate records, notes, and documentation related to assigned projects.
Assist in preparing presentation materials, reports, and status updates.
Collaborate with team members to plan, communicate, and execute project work.
Perform other duties as assigned.