Scrum Master Intern – Summer 2027
WoodmenLife is looking for a Scrum Master Intern to join our team! Ready to make an impact this summer? In this role, you will assist with a variety of administrative functions by providing support that will help the Business Technology division meet daily objectives. Accomplished through exposure to the planning, execution and evaluation stages of various work projects and initiatives, to gain workplace experience in the insurance industry.
Our 10-week Summer Internship Program strives to foster a dynamic and innovative work environment by integrating interns who bring fresh perspectives and skills to our organization, contribute to value added work, and enhance our talent pipeline. We are committed to supporting our interns with real world experience and mentorship to help prepare them for meaningful careers to make a positive impact in their communities.
WoodmenLife is one of the best places to work in Omaha with over 135 years of service. As a member of the WoodmenLife family, you’re joining others who share your commitment to family, community and country. Through WoodmenLife, you’ll have opportunities to give back locally and honor those who make an impact. As a not-for-profit life insurance company, we’ve been helping to protect the financial future of families, making a difference in hometowns across America since 1890. We offer a variety of benefits ranging from health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance and much more. Apply today to learn more! We are looking for someone to:
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 intern team through the Scrum Master role.
Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Backlog Refinement, Reviews/Demos, and Retrospectives to support team collaboration and delivery.
Participate in Scaled Agile activities such as PI Planning and cross-team coordination, representing the team in broader planning sessions.
Support the team in identifying and resolving impediments, managing dependencies, and maintaining a healthy, prioritized backlog in partnership with Product Owners.
Coach team members on Agile principles, tools, and best practices to promote self-management, continuous improvement, and effective collaboration.
Use team metrics (e.g., quality, cadence, predictability) to identify improvement opportunities and guide the team toward higher performance.
Assist with user story estimation and forecasting to help the team plan and deliver work effectively.
Actively seek mentorship and participate in learning communities to grow knowledge of Lean-Agile techniques and Scrum Master responsibilities.
Communicate progress, challenges, and risks to leadership and support the team in using Agile tools such as Azure DevOps and Microsoft 365.
We Need Someone Who Has:
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 work 38.75 hours per week
Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
Aptitude to learn Agile tools that support metrics and tracking iterative development (ADO, VSTS, Jira).
The ability to provide seamless, trustworthy, attentive and resourceful (S.T.A.R.) customer service.
Passion for making an impact in local communities
Familiarity with Agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
Basic knowledge of Agile metrics (e.g., velocity, predictability, delivery cadence) and their role in team performance.
Collaboration: Actively supports others and builds strong relationships by…