Medical Coding Intern

About the role

Quartz is seeking a Medical Coding Intern to join the team from June through December 2027. This opportunity is ideal for a student pursuing a career in Medical Coding or Health Information Technology who wants to apply classroom knowledge in a real‑world healthcare environment. The intern will work alongside experienced coding professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain valuable exposure to the health‑insurance industry while developing technical coding knowledge, professional skills, and industry experience to support future career goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coding‑logic denial reviews and analysis
• Research CPT, ICD‑10, and coding‑guideline updates
• Support the development, maintenance, and review of coding policies
• Conduct reviews of unlisted procedure codes
• Assist with coding‑software administration and maintenance
• Participate in coding‑related research projects
• Collaborate with coding professionals to support coding accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Analyze coding trends and identify opportunities for process improvement

What You’ll Learn

• Medical coding and healthcare knowledge
• Application of coding concepts to medical claims
• HIPAA regulations and compliance requirements
• Health‑insurance products and operations
• Industry regulations, trends, and market dynamics
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking
• Written and verbal communication
• Time management and organization
• Professional workplace etiquette and collaboration
• Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Coding software and systems used within the healthcare industry

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in medical coding as a possible career path
• Ability to work 20 hours per week from June to December 2027
• Student pursuing a Medical Coding or Health Information Technology diploma or degree program, graduating between May 2027 and May 2028
• Completion of a CPT and ICD‑10 coding course by the start of the internship
• Residence within a 3‑hour radius of Madison, WI and willingness to travel to headquarters from June to August
• Attendance at the summer intern program kickoff and retreat (June 1‑4, 2027) and final intern presentation (late July/early August)
• Authorization to work for any employer in the United States without requiring work‑visa sponsorship
• Access to high‑speed, non‑satellite Internet for remote work (hardware and equipment will be provided by the company)

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Networking and team‑building opportunities
• Week‑long intern retreat in Madison, Wisconsin (June 1‑4, 2027)
• Personality and productivity workshops, including DiSC and Working Genius
• Dedicated intern buddy and mentorship support
• Mock interview and résumé development workshops
• Job‑shadowing opportunities
• Paid volunteer experience
• Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)