Intern - Automation Tester

Physicians Mutual is seeking motivated students who are passionate about emerging technologies and eager to gain real-world experience in software development and quality assurance. Our internship program offers hands-on training, personalized mentorship, and meaningful project work to help you grow your skills and make an impact.

As an intern, youâ??ll be integrated into a dedicated development team responsible for the support and evolution of our production systems. These teams operate within an Agile/Scrum environment, following the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to deliver continuous improvement and innovation. This is a 12-month, onsite internship opportunity.

Job Requirements

• Completion of at least two computer programming courses with a grade of â??Bâ? or higher
• Strong interest in developing skills in test automation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Java, Selenium, and SQL
• Understanding of the software development and testing lifecycles (SDLC/STLC)
• Theoretical knowledge of testing approaches (unit, integration, acceptance, etc.)
• Exposure to DevOps tools and cloud technologies
• Experience with Microsoft Access, SQL, or Excel VBA macros
• Knowledge of the insurance industry is a plus

About us:

Health. Life. Retirement. The Physicians Mutual family empowers people from all walks of life to enjoy the financial security they deserve. Thatâ??s what Insurance for all of us® is about.

The Physicians Mutual family includes Physicians Mutual Insurance Company and Physicians Life Insurance Company. Physicians Mutual Insurance Company offers reliable dental and supplemental health insurance (and now, pet insurance!). Physicians Life Insurance Company provides important Medicare Supplement and life insurance coverage. The company additionally offers coverage for funeral pre-planning to help meet the growing needs of funeral home owners and the families they serve.

Since our start in 1902, our dedication to delivering on our promise has helped make us one of the nationâ??s leading health and life insurance providers. In fact, we are rated in the top 1% of insurance companies. We consistently maintain some of the highest financial strength ratings in the nation from independent insurance analysts, including A.M. Best Company and Weiss Ratings, ensuring weâ??ll be there for our policyowners and our employees far into the future. But the achievement weâ??re most proud of? We have a 95% customer approval rating â?? a true sign of a company dedicated to embodying its vision.