State of North Dakota
Business Services Intern
State of North Dakota, Bismarck, North Dakota, us, 58502
At North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System (NDPERS), we are driven by our mission to champion the health and financial security of our members by providing comprehensive, innovative retirement and insurance benefit solutions through collaboration and personalized support.
Are you ready to contribute to changing the lives of those we serve for the better and champion financial security for our members? Join us as a
Business Services Intern
on our retirement team. As an intern, there is endless potential to learn while gaining business experience and expanding your career knowledge.
As a
Business Services Intern,
you will be an integral part of our Retirement team and ensure retirement benefits are administered effectively for the retiring team members we serve.You will receive hands-on experience in the field of retirement benefit plans. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and dive into our retirement business services, including processing retirement refund/rollover and plan transfer applications, responding to member inquiries, and verifying salary and retirement benefit information.
To thrive in this role,you must possess excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Hiring Range:
$18.00 - $20.00/hour
Schedule:
This internship will be approximately 15-20 hours per week. Additional hours may be offered based on student availability. Flexibility is offered to accommodate classes and student schedules.The duration of this internship is estimated to be nine to ten months but will be determined based on factors such as the student's availability and the needs of the division.
Location:
The position is based on-site at our office location in Bismarck, ND.
Summary of WorkProcess refund/rollover applications, respond to member inquiries for benefit payments and follow up on missing documentation.Process Defined Benefit to Defined Contribution retirement plan transfer applications and calculations, along with employer outreach verification.Perform data entry of retirement forms, including but is not limited to beneficiary forms, direct deposit information, and tax withholding.Calculate and provide service purchase estimates, finalize calculations, and assist with documents to rollover funds or other initiate other payment options.Research and respond to member or beneficiary inquiries regarding applications, incomplete forms, payments, and purchase status.This may include responding by phone, written correspondence or assisting in-person walk-ins.Conduct preliminary reviews and identify discrepancies in state employee pension benefit payments and new retiree accounts to be processed for monthly pension payroll.Verify member salaries, service credit, service purchases, final average salary, and retirement documentation on file.To be considered for this position, you must be:
Enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited college or university.At least of sophomore standing by the beginning of the internship.Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 on a 4.00 scale.Working in an internship that aligns with the your academic major or career goals. Majors in accounting, business administration, finance, human resources, or related fields will be accepted.Strong verbal and written communication skills are also required.
About NDPERS:
The North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System, commonly known as NDPERS, is one of only a handful of state agencies in the entire country that administers both retirement and insurance plans.There are nine different retirement plans and various insurance plans, such as health, life, and dental, for the benefit of state and political subdivision employees.
Our Vision
Empower People. Improve Lives. Inspire Success.
Our Mission
Champion the health and financial security of our members by providing comprehensive, innovative retirement and insurance benefit solutions through collaboration and personalized support.
NDPERS offers rewarding careers for individuals seeking to make a true difference in the lives of others.
Application Procedures:
Applicants must apply online at the ND Careers website (www.nd.gov/careers) and submit a completed State of North Dakota online application along with attaching the following documents.
ResumeCover LetterUnofficial TranscriptPaper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date listed above.
Requires successful completion of the interview process, reference checks, a credit check, and a criminal history background check.
NDPERS does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Please contact MaryJo Anderson at 701-328-3958 for more information about the position. Contact Hope Wedul, HR Business Partner, at 701-328-3357 should you require accommodation or assistance in the application or interview process.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
At Team ND, we offer rewarding and impactful work opportunities and opportunities to grow and develop your career through Leadership Everywhere courses, Leadercast, LinkedIn Learning, and more!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
Are you ready to contribute to changing the lives of those we serve for the better and champion financial security for our members? Join us as a
Business Services Intern
on our retirement team. As an intern, there is endless potential to learn while gaining business experience and expanding your career knowledge.
As a
Business Services Intern,
you will be an integral part of our Retirement team and ensure retirement benefits are administered effectively for the retiring team members we serve.You will receive hands-on experience in the field of retirement benefit plans. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and dive into our retirement business services, including processing retirement refund/rollover and plan transfer applications, responding to member inquiries, and verifying salary and retirement benefit information.
To thrive in this role,you must possess excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Hiring Range:
$18.00 - $20.00/hour
Schedule:
This internship will be approximately 15-20 hours per week. Additional hours may be offered based on student availability. Flexibility is offered to accommodate classes and student schedules.The duration of this internship is estimated to be nine to ten months but will be determined based on factors such as the student's availability and the needs of the division.
Location:
The position is based on-site at our office location in Bismarck, ND.
Summary of WorkProcess refund/rollover applications, respond to member inquiries for benefit payments and follow up on missing documentation.Process Defined Benefit to Defined Contribution retirement plan transfer applications and calculations, along with employer outreach verification.Perform data entry of retirement forms, including but is not limited to beneficiary forms, direct deposit information, and tax withholding.Calculate and provide service purchase estimates, finalize calculations, and assist with documents to rollover funds or other initiate other payment options.Research and respond to member or beneficiary inquiries regarding applications, incomplete forms, payments, and purchase status.This may include responding by phone, written correspondence or assisting in-person walk-ins.Conduct preliminary reviews and identify discrepancies in state employee pension benefit payments and new retiree accounts to be processed for monthly pension payroll.Verify member salaries, service credit, service purchases, final average salary, and retirement documentation on file.To be considered for this position, you must be:
Enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited college or university.At least of sophomore standing by the beginning of the internship.Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 on a 4.00 scale.Working in an internship that aligns with the your academic major or career goals. Majors in accounting, business administration, finance, human resources, or related fields will be accepted.Strong verbal and written communication skills are also required.
About NDPERS:
The North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System, commonly known as NDPERS, is one of only a handful of state agencies in the entire country that administers both retirement and insurance plans.There are nine different retirement plans and various insurance plans, such as health, life, and dental, for the benefit of state and political subdivision employees.
Our Vision
Empower People. Improve Lives. Inspire Success.
Our Mission
Champion the health and financial security of our members by providing comprehensive, innovative retirement and insurance benefit solutions through collaboration and personalized support.
NDPERS offers rewarding careers for individuals seeking to make a true difference in the lives of others.
Application Procedures:
Applicants must apply online at the ND Careers website (www.nd.gov/careers) and submit a completed State of North Dakota online application along with attaching the following documents.
ResumeCover LetterUnofficial TranscriptPaper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date listed above.
Requires successful completion of the interview process, reference checks, a credit check, and a criminal history background check.
NDPERS does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Please contact MaryJo Anderson at 701-328-3958 for more information about the position. Contact Hope Wedul, HR Business Partner, at 701-328-3357 should you require accommodation or assistance in the application or interview process.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
At Team ND, we offer rewarding and impactful work opportunities and opportunities to grow and develop your career through Leadership Everywhere courses, Leadercast, LinkedIn Learning, and more!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.