Early Careers - Business Analyst Intern

About the role

At HCSC, employees are the cornerstone of the business and the foundation to its success. The company empowers employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. As part of a purpose‑driven organization, interns participate in HCSC’s formal internship program that leverages their skills, knowledge, and capabilities while providing meaningful experience supporting business objectives and member‑focused solutions. Working closely with cross‑functional teams in both business and technical areas, the intern contributes to project work, analyzes information, and supports the development of solutions that address organizational needs. The intern learns and applies specific aspects of the organization's processes, programs, and technologies while demonstrating increasing independence and ownership of assigned deliverables. This ten‑week paid internship can be located in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TX.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in HCSC’s formal internship program that leverages your skills, knowledge, and capabilities while providing meaningful experience supporting business objectives and member‑focused solutions.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams in both business and technical areas to contribute to project work, analyze information, and support the development of solutions that address organizational needs.
• Learn and apply specific aspects of the organization's processes, programs, and technologies while demonstrating increasing independence and ownership of assigned deliverables.
• Own components of project work and deliverables with guidance from an assigned mentor and manager.
• Conduct research, analyze data and information, and develop recommendations that inform real business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Support departmental initiatives that improve business outcomes and the member and client experience.
• Develop and deliver a final internship presentation to department leadership covering the project, results, and recommendations.
• Maintain complete confidentiality of company business and comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and applicable compliance policies.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree; rising senior with a major in business, data analytics, information technology, information systems, or computer science (other majors may be considered).
• Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
• Available for the full duration of the 10‑week program.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this role.

Skills

• Prior related technical internship or work experience is a plus.
• Volunteerism or leadership experience is a plus.
• Involvement in IT‑related associations/organizations or participation in relevant technical competitions is a plus.
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or higher degree with an interest in the healthcare payer industry or beginning a career in IT.
• Eagerness to learn, grow and contribute.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills including clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Results‑oriented with a continuous improvement mindset and an ability to grasp new and unfamiliar concepts.
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking skills with the ability to prioritize and support multiple projects.
• Practical, developed PC skills, especially Office 365 and virtual team collaboration tools (MS Teams, SharePoint, etc.).

Pay

Compensation: $19.13 – $34.17 per hour (exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location).

Schedule

Ten‑week paid internship; full‑time availability required for the duration of the program.