Product Owner Intern

WoodmenLife

. Assist with administrative functions supporting the Business Technology and Strategic Initiatives divisions .

Posted 10/4/2026internshipOmaha • Nebraska • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in Agile methodologies, user story development, and effective communication within cross-functional teams. Proficient in translating business needs into actionable tasks while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Agile MethodologiesUser Story DevelopmentStakeholder CollaborationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyCritical Thinking

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Hard Skills

User Story DefinitionBacklog PrioritizationSprint PlanningProject EvaluationProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborative WorkCustomer ServiceActive ListeningCreative Problem Solving

Industry Keywords

Insurance IndustryBusiness TechnologyStrategic InitiativesCapstone PresentationDefinition of Done

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with administrative functions supporting the Business Technology and Strategic Initiatives divisions
Gain exposure to planning, execution and evaluation stages of work projects and initiatives in the insurance industry
Meet weekly with the Internship Cohort, Executive Leadership and division-level leaders
Summarize and present a capstone presentation covering internship accomplishments, skill development and key learnings
Serve as a key member of the Agile team and act as the business owner or customer proxy
Define and prioritize user stories in the team backlog
Collaborate with stakeholders to align backlog items with business needs and maximize value for end users
Ensure user stories meet the Definition of Done and align with strategic objectives
Liaise between development teams and business units to translate product features and user requirements into actionable stories
Break down epics into smaller, valuable stories deliverable within Agile iterations
Create clear, concise and testable user stories following INVEST criteria
Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups and retrospectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively while working collaboratively
Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to provide seamless, trustworthy, attentive and resourceful (S.T.A.R.) customer service
Passion for making an impact in local communities
Clearly and promptly shares information, actively listens, and delivers concise verbal and written communication
Applies critical thinking, evaluates available information, and anticipates outcomes to identify effective solutions
Generates and shares creative ideas and seeks opportunities to improve processes, products, or outcomes
Required to complete a criminal background check, credit check when required, fingerprint check when required, drug screen and reference checks
Any employment offer is contingent upon successfully passing required checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

10-week Summer Internship Program
Real world experience and mentorship
Paid Volunteer events
Flexible and hybrid work environment
WoodmenLife’s Home Office closes at noon on Fridays
Health benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401K
Life insurance
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth, leadership and service
Equal opportunity in recruitment, employment and promotion, training and community outreach