Early Careers - Finance Data & Analytics Developer Intern

Health Care Service Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) offers a ten-week paid internship in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TX. You will assist in development, integration, testing, and maintenance of data & analytics solutions, learn programming basics, and contribute to production readiness under a mentor.

The program emphasizes collaboration, real-world projects, networking, and professional development, with confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information science, or MIS.
• GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher.
• Available for the full 10-week program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, integration, testing, and maintenance of data & analytics solutions.
• Understand programming languages and support data solutions following policies and standards.
• Manage deadlines and collaborate with mentors and teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Excel & Office tools

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in CS/ CIS / MIS

Tools

SQL

BI / DB Platforms

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

This ten-week paid internship can be in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TX.

What Are Your Responsibilities?

• Assist in supporting development, integration, testing, and maintenance of existing and new data & analytics business solutions.
• Understand one or more programming languages and support divisional data solutions while also following corporate policies and standards.
• Initiate and monitor timely defect resolution for production and operational readiness, manage deadlines and work efforts within a timely manner, recommend process improvements and communicate effectively with the team and management.
• 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.

What Do You Need to Be Successful?

• Ability to collect, clean & prep uncomplicated data.
• Understanding of straightforward data structures.
• Ability to describe data and understand reasonability checking.
• Ability to work with change coordinators to implement changes and new solutions.
• Knowledge of entry level abilities on data tech (BI, DB Platforms, or other types of data toolsets).
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Previous internship experience preferred.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Practical, developed PC skills, especially Excel, Word, and Access, basic SQL.

What Are the Requirements You Must Meet?

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree; rising senior with a major in computer science, computer information science, or management information systems. 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.

What Does the Internship Program Entail?

• Formal Intern Orientation to build business and industry acumen.
• Challenging real-world, hands‑on project.
• Weekly networking opportunities among interns and company leaders.
• Professional development workshops.
• Volunteer activities #LI-Hybrid #LI-JT1 #hcscintern.

Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process!

Pay Transparency Statement

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees.

Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards.

The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee’s weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.

Base Pay Range

$19.13 - $34.17 (Exact compensation may vary depending on skills, experience, and location).

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug-free and smoke‑free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

We are a drug-free and smoke‑free workplace.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in either using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1-866-977-7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. All applications, including resumes, must be submitted through HCSC's Career website online application process. If you have general questions regarding the status of an existing application, navigate to "candidate home" to view your job submissions.

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