Early Careers - IT QA Intern

HCSC Group; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

HCSC is offering an IT QA Intern role as part of a formal 10-week internship program in Downers Grove. You will work with cross-functional teams to analyze information, support the development of solutions, and learn organization processes, programs, and technologies under mentorship.

The internship emphasizes real-world projects, confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and professional development opportunities within a healthcare payer environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in information technology, information systems, cybersecurity, project management or computer science (rising senior).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
• Ability to organize and multi-task across projects is important.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to real-world projects in a healthcare payer context.

Responsibilities

• Own components of project work with guidance from a mentor and manager.
• Conduct research, analyze data and information to inform real business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across business and technical areas.
• Support departmental initiatives to improve business outcomes and the member experience.
• Develop and deliver a final internship presentation to leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS (pursuing)

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.

Interns are responsible for actively participating in HCSC’s formal internship program that leverages your skills, knowledge, and capabilities while providing meaningful experience supporting business objectives and member-focused solutions. Working closely with cross-functional teams in both business and technical areas, the Intern will contribute to project work, analyze information, and support the development of solutions that address organizational needs. The Intern is responsible for learning and applying specific aspects of the organization's processes, programs, and technologies while demonstrating increasing independence and ownership of assigned deliverables.

What Are Your Responsibilities?

IT QA Interns are responsible for actively participating in HCSC’s formal internship program that leverages your skills, knowledge, and capabilities while providing meaningful experience supporting business objectives and member-focused solutions. Working closely with cross-functional teams in both business and technical areas, the IT QA Intern will contribute to project work, analyze information, and support the development of solutions that address organizational needs. The IT QA Intern is responsible for learning and applying specific aspects of the organization's processes, programs, and technologies while demonstrating increasing independence and ownership of assigned deliverables.

This role will also need to:

• 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 informreal businessdecisions.
• 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 andcomply withHIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and applicable compliance policies.

What Do You Need To Be Successful?

• Prior related technical internship or work experience is a plus.
• Volunteerism or leadership experience is a plus.
• Involvement in IT related Associations/Organizations or participation in relevant technical competitions is a plus.
• Interest in the healthcare payer industry or beginning a career in IT.
• Eagerness to learn, grow and contribute.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset and an ability to grasp new and unfamiliar concepts.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize and support multiple projects.

What Are the Requirements You Must Meet?

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree; rising senior with a major in information technology, information systems, cybersecurity, project management or computer science. Other majors may be considered.
• Graduation date between December2027and June 2028
• Minimumcumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
• Available for the full duration of the10-weekprogram.
• 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 projects
• Weekly networking opportunities among interns and company leaders
• Professional development workshops
• Volunteer activities

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Compensation: $19.13 - $34.17

Exact compensation may vary based 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.