Summer 2027 Community Affairs (Western PA) Undergraduate Intern

About the role

The Summer 2027 Community Affairs Undergraduate Intern – Western PA Region provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience supporting community engagement, employee volunteerism, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and strategic community partnerships. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of diverse business professionals through direct exposure to community affairs programming and stakeholder engagement while contributing to initiatives that positively impact the communities Highmark serves.

As a member of the Community Affairs team, the intern will play an active role in the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic community and employee engagement initiatives across the Western PA Region. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to programs designed to strengthen employee involvement, foster meaningful community relationships, and support organizational goals related to social impact and community investment.

The program provides hands-on training and exposure to a variety of career opportunities within Community Affairs, Corporate Social Responsibility, Nonprofit Partnerships, Government and Community Relations, Employee Engagement, Communications, and Event Management. Interns will collaborate with internal business partners and external community organizations while supporting volunteer programs, community events, stakeholder engagement activities, and administrative and analytical projects that drive community impact.

Typical responsibilities include providing support for the day-to-day operations of the Community Affairs department, participating in projects and initiatives focused on employee and community engagement, conducting research and reporting, coordinating and supporting events, developing communications materials, analyzing program results, and making recommendations that support community-focused business objectives. Through mentorship, project work, and leadership exposure, participants will strengthen their communication, presentation, organizational, and professional skills while gaining valuable experience in community engagement and corporate citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to the day-to-day operating objectives of the assigned area
• Participate in projects and programs appropriate to the needs of the assigned area
• Participate in the planning and implementation of projects and initiatives
• Conduct research and reporting including recommendations or proposals for action
• Communicate effectively while interacting directly with colleagues, clientele, and/or other internal or external constituencies in the planning of assignments and the resolution of day-to-day operational problems
• Under supervision, provide entry-level professional services as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the area
• Receive guidance, training, and mentoring from senior personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments
• Undertake and/or participate in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the organization
• Participate in the planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise and ability
• As specifically requested by management, conduct research and reporting inclusive of recommendations or alternative proposals for action
• Undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Full or part-time enrollment in an accredited college or university baccalaureate program

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Management, Nonprofit Management, Government Affairs/Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related field