Onsite Internship: Information Technologies (Fall & Spring)

Are you a college student enrolled in an IT program, and looking for some hands-on experience?

Do you have a service-oriented mindset, and enjoy helping people?

Would you like to join a local company with a great culture, awesome mission, and fun coworkers?

Come learn with us! The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans has a paid, onsite IT Web Development Internship opportunity available for Fall 2026 (limited term, temporary/seasonal). We are considering any current college students who are majoring in IT; preferably with a Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing.

We would be open to starting the internship prior to the fall semester, if available. Additionally, there may be an opportunity to extend the internship into Spring of 2027, depending on business needs.

The IT Web Development Intern will be working onsite at our office in Brookfield, WI under the direction of our Help Desk and User Support Staff; working directly with employees to assist with computer/network troubleshooting and addressing Level 1 Help Desk tickets through our system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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

• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of web pages and components.
• Update and manage website content using content management systems (CMS).
• Support efforts to improve website usability, accessibility (e.g., WCAG standards), and overall user experience. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement web updates and enhancements. 
• Perform quality assurance testing across browsers and devices to ensure consistent functionality.
• Assist in analyzing website performance and recommend improvements.
• Participate in IT and cross-functional meetings related to web and digital initiatives. 
• Create and maintain documentation for website updates and development processes.
• Support digital projects, including UX/UI improvements and content restructuring initiatives. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by IT leadership. 

Required Education/ Experience:

•  Enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Web Development, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in user experience design, accessibility, and web development. 
• Experience with web content updates, site structure improvements, or UX optimization is preferred. 

The International Foundation will always consider candidates with an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:

• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and modern web development practices.
• Strong interest in user experience (UX) and accessibility principles. 
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams. 
• Analytical mindset with a willingness to evaluate tools, technologies, and processes (including emerging technologies such as AI where applicable). 

Travel Requirements:

This position is not expected to travel for work.

Schedule & Work Environment:

The target schedule for this role will be 15-20 hours per week, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm CST, Tuesday through Thursday. Additional hours may be available on Mondays and Fridays. It is preferred that the person have a set schedule for the duration of the internship, however, we can accommodate a flexible schedule for the right candidate.

Due to the nature of this assignment, this position is expected to work 100% onsite at our corporate headquarters office in Brookfield, WI.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The wage for this hourly, non-exempt level position is $16.00/hour.

ABOUT US:

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans is North America’s largest membership organization for those who work with employee benefit plans. The Foundation’s employees make a HUGE impact on the livelihoods of millions of workers across the U.S. and Canada because of the work we do in providing education and research to the benefits community. Employees enjoy an outstanding benefits package, unique employee perks, creative and caring co-workers—all within a family-friendly workplace. Speaking of workplaces, the Foundation is tucked into a 15-acre wooded slice of nature in the heart of Brookfield. We’re small enough for you to have ongoing, meaningful impact on the organization but big enough to make international news. Visit us at www.ifebp.org or connect with us on the socials.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENCIES

All at-will offers of employment issued by the International Foundation are contingent upon a successful completion of: background check, employment history verification, education verification (as applicable by position), credit check (as applicable by position), motor vehicle records (MVR) check (as applicable by position), 3-5 professional references, and completion of the Federal I-9 and E-Verify process to demonstrate eligibility to work for the IFEBP.

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