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College Intern - Summer 2027 - Healthcare Analytics

Univera Healthcare · Buffalo, NY · 1 mo ago
Analyst$18/hrVolunteer

About the role

The Summer College Internship Program is a 10‑week paid internship experience that provides undergraduate and graduate students with the opportunity to attend development workshops, network, and be part of the company. Interns work on meaningful projects, are mentored by their managers, and develop throughout the summer. Development workshops focus on key business concepts to help with the transition from school to the corporate environment. Interns may work in technical or non‑technical areas across tracks such as Business Administration, Information Technology, Actuarial, Human Resources, Analytics & Data, Communications, Finance, Marketing & Sales, Project Management, Clinical Studies, Customer Experience, Digital Operations, and other degree programs. Housing is not provided.

Responsibilities

  • Extract, validate, and analyze healthcare claims, enrollment, provider, and quality data.
  • Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses used by leadership and operational teams.
  • Perform data quality reviews to identify anomalies, trends, and opportunities for process improvement.
  • Document business requirements, data definitions, and analytical methodologies.
  • Assist with data visualization and storytelling by translating complex findings into clear and actionable summaries.
  • Learn healthcare analytics concepts including utilization, cost and trend analysis, provider performance, quality measures, and population health metrics.
  • Work with a mentor and support key strategic projects.
  • Complete work assignments based on business needs, departmental priorities, and individual qualifications.
  • Perform a mix of technical and/or non‑technical tasks covering a broad range of business‑related projects.
  • Create and deliver presentations at the completion of the internship.
  • Maintain confidentiality and protection of member privacy in accordance with company policies.
  • Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.
  • Perform other functions as assigned by management.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a full‑time undergraduate or graduate degree program (proof of continuous college enrollment).
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Good academic standing.
  • Desired majors/degree programs include Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Business & Management (Finance, Actuarial, Accounting, Management, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, etc.), Computing Sciences & Information Technology (Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT Networking, Cybersecurity, etc.), Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Law/Pre‑Law, etc.), Health Professions & Life Sciences (Nursing, Public Health, Biology, Pharmacy, etc.) or similar programs.
  • Preferred experience with SQL, SAS, or similar analytical tools.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation, basic reporting).
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
  • Understanding of database concepts and data structures.
  • Ability to work while sitting and/or standing at a workstation viewing a computer and using a keyboard, mouse and/or phone for three or more hours at a time.
  • Ability to travel across the Health Plan service region for meetings and/or training courses as needed.

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with technical and non‑technical audiences and interface with staff at all levels.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem‑solving and prioritization skills.
  • Proactive approach to work, displaying creativity and flexibility.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement of skills and team functioning.
  • Self‑motivated and able to work independently as well as on intra‑ and inter‑departmental teams.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience using a desktop computer in a professional environment.

Benefits

  • Participation in group health and/or dental insurance.
  • Retirement plan.
  • Wellness program.
  • Paid time away from work.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Possibility of remote work (case‑by‑case).

Pay

Compensation range: Level I – Minimum $18.00 – Maximum $20.00 per hour.

Schedule

10‑week summer internship from the first Monday in June to the second Friday in August, up to 40 hours per week.

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