Middleware Intern (Summer 2026) at MassMutual Ascend in Cincinnati, OH

Summary: MassMutual Ascend is a leading provider of annuities committed to innovative financial solutions. They are seeking a Middleware Intern to assist in application administration and deployment, while improving processes and maintaining operational standards. Responsibilities: - Assists in the administration, automation, and resolution of issues associated with all applications utilized by MassMutual Ascend - Work with Middleware team and other departments to improve deployments to our 4-tier environment - Contributes to the project plans and timelines as applicable - Establish an open relationship with customers, teammates, and other members of the Ascend IT Organization - Complete assigned tasks as directed in a timely manner using operational standards and best practices - Work with other team members to resolve issues with infrastructure, OS, applications (both COTS and internally developed) or integration of the same - Follow the established standards, patterns, and processes - Participate in team planning activities - Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Working towards a BS or MS in Computer Science or similar - Scripting in PowerShell or other languages - Windows OS - Active Directory - IIS Preferred Qualifications: - Application High Availability concepts - Elite Troubleshooting skills - Networking/TCP Communication - Data Security/Firewalls Required Skills: Scripting in PowerShell, Windows OS, Active Directory Important Skills: IIS, Application High Availability, Networking/TCP Communication, Data Security/Firewalls Nice-to-Have Skills: Elite Troubleshooting skills Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Competitive salaries, Incentive and bonus opportunities, Total Rewards at a Glance