Software Developer Intern – Packaged Systems at Ameritas

Job Description

Ameritas Life Insurance Corp is seeking a Software Developer Intern – Packaged Systmes to drive the business by supporting the Individual, AIC/AAS, and Retirement business efforts.

Position Location:

This is a remote role (Nebraska or Ohio) and does not require regular in-office presence.

Position Start Date:

This internship will begin May 2026.

What You Do:

Design and develop:
solutions utilizing custom packaged insurance software
custom applications using Java, JavaScript, or custom scripting languages
Work with automation tools while working with a range of developers and technologies
Gain experience with a cross section of IT resources to enhance existing, or develop new Java applications
Utilize JavaScript and other scripting languages
Work with SQL or other data query languages

What You Bring:

Must be enrolled in a college degree program at least half-time as defined by your institution for the entire duration of the internship studying computer science, information systems or related field
Ability to commit to a 12-month internship working full-time in the summer and part-time during the school year
Full-time hours: 30-40 hours per week
Part-time hours: 15-20 hours per week
Understanding of coding and basic principles of application development
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Possesses a self-starting approach to assignments and responsibilities

What we offer:

Our company motto is “Fulfilling Life” and we take that job seriously, with a heavy commitment to volunteering and community support, employee well-being, and providing quality products and services that help our customers create a brighter future.
Being a mutual-based organization, the return on our investment goes back into the company, to benefit our members/customers.
We’re committed to professional development, opportunity, inclusion, and diversity. Team building and collaboration are also priorities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer:

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.