2027 Summer Scrum Master Intern

WoodmenLife•Omaha, NE

5d•$20 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

WoodmenLife is seeking a Scrum Master Intern for its 10-week Summer 2027 Internship Program. The intern will support the Business Technology division and gain workplace experience in the insurance industry through exposure to the planning, execution, and evaluation of work projects and initiatives. The program includes opportunities to meet with the internship cohort, executive leadership, and division leaders, as well as mentorship and real-world work experience. As a member of the Agile intern team, the intern will facilitate Scrum and other Agile activities, help the team coordinate and deliver work, and contribute to continuous improvement. The intern will also summarize and present a capstone covering project accomplishments, skill development, and key learnings from the internship.

Requirements

Be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college studying Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
Have a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Be able to work 38.75 hours per week.
Have proficient computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Have the aptitude to learn Agile tools that support metrics and iterative-development tracking, such as ADO, VSTS, or Jira.
Provide seamless, trustworthy, attentive, and resourceful (S.T.A.R.) customer service.
Have a passion for making an impact in local communities.
Be familiar with Agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
Have basic knowledge of Agile metrics such as velocity, predictability, and delivery cadence and their role in team performance.
Demonstrate collaboration by supporting others, building relationships, valuing diverse perspectives, and exchanging constructive feedback.
Communicate effectively through clear and prompt information sharing, active listening, and concise verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrate a growth mindset, adaptability, and resilience by embracing challenges, learning from experience, and supporting change.

Responsibilities

Gain broad exposure to WoodmenLife through weekly meetings with the internship cohort, Executive Leadership, and division-level leaders.
Prepare and present a capstone summarizing the internship experience, project accomplishments, skill development, and key learnings.
Serve as a member of the Agile intern team in the Scrum Master role.
Facilitate Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Backlog Refinement, Reviews/Demos, and Retrospectives.
Participate in Scaled Agile activities, including PI Planning and cross-team coordination, representing the team in broader planning sessions.
Help identify and resolve impediments, manage dependencies, and maintain a healthy, prioritized backlog with Product Owners.
Coach team members on Agile principles, tools, and best practices to encourage self-management, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
Use team metrics such as quality, cadence, and predictability to identify improvement opportunities and guide team performance.
Assist with user story estimation and forecasting.
Seek mentorship and participate in learning communities to develop knowledge of Lean-Agile techniques and Scrum Master responsibilities.
Communicate progress, challenges, and risks to leadership and support the team’s use of Agile tools such as Azure DevOps and Microsoft 365.