Early Careers - Finance Intern

hcsc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

HCSC is offering a 10-week paid internship in Chicago, IL, focusing on finance and accounting. You will contribute to budgeting, data analysis, and reporting while rotating through different operating divisions and supporting the analyst team.

You will develop practical skills in forecasting, presentations, and cross-functional collaboration, with mentorship and professional development opportunities. This internship emphasizes confidentiality and HIPAA compliance within a health-insurance

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree; rising senior in finance or accounting.
• GPA 3.0/4.0 minimum.
• Interest in health insurance industry and starting a career in finance or accounting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficient PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering, analyzing, maintaining, and reporting on budget and expense data and financial performance metrics.
• Utilize analytical and forecasting techniques and prepare monthly and annual internal reports.
• Work with analyst team and rotate across divisions providing real-time financial support.
• Develop and present final internship presentation with project results and recommendations to department leadership.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and compliance policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

GPA 3.0/4.0 minimum

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

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 10-week paid internship can be in Chicago, IL

What Are Your Responsibilities?

The ideal candidate for the position will be ready to assist in gathering, analyzing, maintaining, and reporting on budget and expense data and financial performance metrics. This role will also require you to utilize computer-assisted analytical and forecasting techniques and prepare monthly and annual reports for Internal Operations. This finance intern position will work closely with our analyst team and spend time in various rotations supporting different operating divisions, providing real-time financial support and analysis, and acting as a trusted adviser and partner. Additional project support, administrative tasks, and ad hoc requests to support business needs may also be required.

• 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?

• Prior related internship or work experience is a plus
• Volunteerism or leadership experience is a plus
• Interest in the health insurance industry or beginning a career in Finance or Accounting
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication
• Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments at once
• Practical, developed PC skills, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

What Are the Requirements You Must Meet?

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree; rising senior with a major in finance and accounting. Other related fields may be considered.
• Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
• A minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Availability to work 10 weeks during the summer (June - August)
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. (Currently, we are not offering this program to students on a visa)

What Does the Internship Program Entail?

• Formal Intern Orientation to build business and industry acumen
• Challenging real-world hands‑on projects
• Weekly networking opportunities among interns and company leaders
• Professional development workshops
• Volunteer activities

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.

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.

Base Pay Range

$19.13 - $34.17

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.