About the role#
This is a 10-week paid internship program designed to provide hands-on experience within a health care environment. You will work on real projects that support business objectives and member-focused solutions. The program includes a formal orientation, networking opportunities with company leaders, professional development workshops, and volunteer activities.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to project work and take ownership of specific deliverables with guidance from a mentor and manager.
- Analyze data and research to develop recommendations that inform business decisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across both business and technical departments.
- Support initiatives that improve business outcomes and the member experience.
- Learn and apply organizational processes, programs, and technologies.
- Develop and deliver a final presentation to department leadership regarding your project and results.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, Corporate Integrity, and other compliance policies.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, information systems, or a related field.
- Current status as a rising senior with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.
- Availability for the full 10-week duration of the program.
- An analytical mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to think creatively.
- Strong communication skills and a desire to learn the health care industry.
- Experience or background in AI, Python, Cloud Engineering, AWS, Java, JavaScript, or SQL is preferred.
- Knowledge of Databricks, Salesforce, Microservices, or Mulesoft is a plus.
- Familiarity with Data Analytics, Hadoop, Pig, or Talend is beneficial.
Location & details#
- Locations: Chicago, Illinois or Richardson, Texas.
- Work Modality: Hybrid. Employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week.
- Employment Type: Full time.
About Health Care Service Corporation
Health Care Service Corporation provides health benefit solutions to nearly 23 million people across the United States. The company offers coverage for individuals, families, and employers, alongside pharmacy, life, and dental insurance products. It operates as a Mutual Legal Reserve Company and an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Based in Chicago, the firm employs more than 10,000 people.
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