2027 Summer Product Owner Intern

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WoodmenLife is seeking a Product Owner Intern for its summer internship program. The intern will support Agile product ownership by defining and prioritizing user stories, collaborating with stakeholders and development teams, and participating in software delivery processes.

Responsibilities

Gain broad exposure to the WoodmenLife organization by meeting weekly with the Internship Cohort, collectively with Executive Leadership, and one-on-one with leaders at the division level Summarize and present capstone presentation of the internship experience including project accomplishments, skill development, and key learnings Serve as a key member of the Agile team, acting as the business owner or customer proxy to define and prioritize user stories in the team backlog Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure backlog items reflect business needs and deliver maximum value to end users Take a leading role in ensuring that user stories meet the Definition of Done and align with strategic objectives Act as a liaison between the development team and business units to translate product features and user requirements into actionable stories Apply strong analytical and logical thinking to break down larger epics into smaller, valuable stories that can be delivered within Agile iterations Create clear, concise, and testable user stories that are independent, negotiable, valuable, estimable, small, and testable (INVEST criteria) Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, to deliver high-quality software in a collaborative environment

Qualifications: Sophomore, Junior or Senior in college with area of study in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems or related fields Must have a 3.5 or higher GPA Ability to communicate clearly and effectively while working collaboratively Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office The ability to provide seamless, trustworthy, attentive and resourceful (S.T.A.R.) customer service Passion for making an impact in local communities Communicated Effectively: Clearly and promptly shares information with others, actively listens for understanding, and delivers concise verbal and written communication to internal and external stakeholders Decision Quality: Makes sound decisions by applying critical thinking, evaluating available information, and anticipating outcomes to identify effective solutions and drive results Innovation: Generates and shares creative ideas, embraces new perspectives and approaches, and proactively seeks opportunities to improve processes, products, or outcomes

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) Life insurance Engaging activities and skill development with an intern cohort Real world experience and mentorship to prepare you for a meaningful career Paid Volunteer events to make an impact in your community A flexible and hybrid work environment WoodmenLife’s Home Office closes at noon on Fridays