Information Technology Internship

Internship Opportunity – Open to Kansas & Missouri Students Only

Who we are:

Since 1956, Lewer has served as an advocate for independent business owners who seek to protect what they’ve built and prepare for the future. In 1991, our student division was formed to protect people around the world.

Lewer offers a concierge approach to employee and student insurance by providing tailored benefit strategies designed to create healthier businesses, families, and individuals.

What you'll do at Lewer:

Roles and Responsibilities

As an IT Intern, you are responsible for supporting our in-house IT department and Managed Service Provider, ensuring that all Lewer associates remain operational with little to no disruption. You troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, assist with the implementation of new technologies, and provide training and support to team members. 

Your Key Areas of Impact

Customer Service: You are the go-to individual within the organization for resolving any in-house hardware or software issues. You work closely with our Managed Service Provider to escalate issues, ensuring that tickets are resolved promptly and efficiently. 

Administration: You manage log-in credentials for various software and cloud applications, ensuring associates have the appropriate level of permissions to complete their job duties. You onboard new associates by setting up workstations and familiarizing them with the company tech stack. Additionally, you assist with the offboarding of associates swiftly securing their hardware for repurposing. 

Kaizen: You identify weaknesses or inefficiencies in current processes and recommend clear, viable changes. You collaborate on teams that are implementing new software and cloud solutions, driving continuous improvement and innovation. 

Managing Inventory: you assist in the upkeep of inventory management to ensure data accuracy and functionality. You generate inventory reports to support decision-making for purchasing new hardware and reviewing the annual budget. 

The Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

Your work is conducted at the Lewer Administrative Offices. There is no traveling required for this seat. 

You must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time, and be able to occasionally move about inside the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc. You will operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a phone, calculator, copy machine, and computer printer 75% of the time. You will need to be able to lift 20 lbs.

This Impact Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the Associate for this seat. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Associate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable Associates with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Your qualifications:

Requirements

You hold a degree or are actively enrolled at an accredited university in pursuing Information Technology, Data Science or a related field. 

Your keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities are essential. You excel at maintaining and protecting sensitive and confidential information. As a problem solver, you anticipate potential issues and plan contingencies accordingly. Your written communication is poised and professional, with strong proofreading skills and the ability to craft organizational documents. You are proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as Adobe. 

More about us:

Our Core Values

You live the following “Lewer Core Values” in your daily work:

I've Got This - Always takes care of business; assumes responsibility, supports accountability, leads by example.

Kaizen - Embodies constant improvement; always asks why and continuously improves our processes.

Results With Integrity - Commits to strong moral and ethical principles in the pursuit of excellence.

Good Vibes - Takes care of one another; works enthusiastically, treats others professionally and respectfully.

The Team

Lewer runs on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). That means as a member of this team, your manager is committed to:

• Giving clear directions.
• Providing the necessary tools.
• Acting with the greater good in mind.
• Delegating.
• Understanding your role and how you can help the company.
• Providing clear expectations.
• Communicating effectively.
• Running effective meetings.
• Meeting one-on-one with you quarterly or more, if needed.
• Rewarding and recognizing your performance.

It also means you are committed to the EOS life by doing what you love, with people you love. You make a huge difference, are compensated appropriately, and take time to pursue personal passions.