Software Engineer Intern

We are seeking a motivated and curious Software Engineer Intern to join our Integration, Automation, and DevOps team within the Information Technology department. This role provides hands-on experience working on enterprise-grade systems that support critical business operations.

As an intern, you will contribute to real-world engineering initiatives such as modernizing .NET applications, enhancing application security, enabling API management in Azure, and improving system observability. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and architects, gaining exposure to modern software practices, cloud technologies, and operational excellence.

Requirement:

• Must be able to work onsite in the Springfield, Illinois office

Key Responsibilities (dependent on area of placement):

• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure software quality and reliability

• Document technical designs, configurations, and processes

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and deliver solutions

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

• Basic understanding of programming concepts and experience with at least one language (preferably C#/.NET, Java, or JavaScript)

• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) concepts

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication and willingness to learn in a team environment

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to version control tools (e.g., Git)

• Exposure to .NET development (ASP.NET, Web APIs)

• Familiarity with cloud platforms, especially Microsoft Azure

• Basic understanding of REST APIs and web services

• Awareness of CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience with enterprise integration patterns and cloud-based API management

• Exposure to real-world DevOps practices, including monitoring, automation, and deployment pipelines

• Practical experience in modernizing and securing production applications

• Mentorship from experienced engineers, architects, and DevOps professionals

• Insight into how large-scale systems are built, operated, and maintained in a regulated industry

• Opportunity to make meaningful contributions to systems used across the organization

Pay Range:

• $18.80 - $25.43

Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.

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Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow. And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth: We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets.

We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs. We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them. This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators.

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