Java Developer Intern, Veteran Only - Summer 2020
Who We Are
We are a leading not-for-profit health insurer in Wisconsin, and our services have grown to reach active-duty and retired military personnel, seniors, and families in Wisconsin, across the U.S., and around the world. Learn more!
WPS receives World's Most Ethical Company Award for 10th Year in a Row - 2019 Most Ethical Companies Announcement
At Our Core
WPS Health Solutions has earned a reputation as a leader in the insurance and benefits administration industry through our commitment to excellence and high-quality service. Our corporate values reflect the core of who we are and how we conduct business every day.
Customer Focused
I recognize how my actions impact internal and external customers by being responsible for the customer experience. I look beyond the immediate issue to recognize and solve the problem.
Individual Responsibility
I own my actions. I am accountable and dedicated to achieving the best results for WPS Health Solutions and our customers. I embrace my role in helping the company achieve a high-performance workplace.
Mutual Respect
I lead by example and act ethically, honestly and am trustworthy. I show appreciation for others by giving and taking constructive feedback and encouragement.
Driven and Passionate
I approach my work with enthusiasm, and personal commitment to the success of our business. I keep the importance of the work we do for our customers alive in my attitude and interactions with others, and demonstrate pride in the worthiness of our purpose.
Position Summary
The Internship Program with WPS Health Solutions is comprised of four key components. WPS interns will primarily focus on the responsibilities within their functional areas, as it relates to their respective field of study. In a group setting, interns will collaborate on the “Pay-It-Forward Project." The third component relates to exposure to corporate culture and training to aid in future career successes. At the conclusion of the program, interns will participate in a final presentation for senior executives by showcasing their experience in the program and functional areas.
In this role you will:
U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions.
- Assist with analysis, design and support for Web/Internet applications
- Code, test and integrate web applications
- Provide technical assistance to clients and provide production support of company applications
- Provide technical leadership on small to medium development efforts
- Demonstrate effective communication skills (both verbal and written) with coworkers, clients and project managers
- Research and recommend options for solving business and IT problems
- Prepare specifications and documentation according to department standards.
- Assist Quality Assurance teams in testing of applications
- Utilize source control software to maintain integrity of production software, including prior versions of code
- Follow defined Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Change Control processes
You should have:
- Veteran or Active Military Member
- Currently pursuing a degree in higher education or recent graduate, in areas such as Computer Science, Management Information System, Software Development, Information Technology, Mathematics, etc.
- Experience with Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Demonstrated programming experience in languages such as Java, JavaScript, and HTML gained from an internship, academic, or project-based setting
It would be nice if you have:
- Exposure to the agile methodology
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