Summer 2027 Legislative and Regulatory Department Undergraduate Intern

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. independently; visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

About the role

The Summer 2027 Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Undergraduate Internship provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience supporting legislative, regulatory, and public policy activities within the healthcare industry. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of business and public policy professionals through direct exposure to healthcare legislation, regulatory compliance, government affairs, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

As a member of the Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Department, the intern will work alongside experienced regulatory and government affairs professionals to monitor and analyze state and federal legislative and regulatory developments that impact Highmark Health and its business operations. Participants will gain valuable insight into how healthcare laws, regulations, and government policies influence business strategy, operational processes, compliance initiatives, and the broader healthcare landscape.

The program provides hands-on training and exposure to a variety of career opportunities within Legislative Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Public Policy, Compliance, Government Relations, Healthcare Administration, and Corporate Governance. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects involving legislative tracking, regulatory analysis, policy research, compliance monitoring, stakeholder communications, and strategic business support. Through mentorship, project work, and cross-functional collaboration, interns will develop strong analytical, research, communication, and professional skills while gaining valuable exposure to healthcare policy and regulatory affairs.

Responsibilities

• Track and analyze emerging state and federal laws and regulations affecting Highmark Health
• Prepare legislative and regulatory summaries
• Support compliance initiatives and conduct legal and policy research
• Assist with regulatory impact assessments
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and support industry engagement activities
• Develop recommendations to help the organization respond to evolving legislative and regulatory requirements
• Provide services to 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 with colleagues, clientele, and internal/external constituencies
• Receive guidance, training, and mentoring from senior personnel
• Undertake projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise
• Participate in planning and implementation of unit projects within area of expertise
• Undertake related studies