Summer 2027 Delivery Management Undergraduate Intern

highmarkhealth; Pennsylvania; Híbrido; USD 28.000 - 34.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Highmark Health offers a Summer 2027 Project Management Undergraduate Internship within the Delivery Management organization. The program provides hands-on training in project planning, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder communication, and governance, with exposure to Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Interns will work with experienced Project Managers and cross-functional partners, supporting projects throughout the lifecycle from planning to delivery, and will develop leadership,

Formación

• Full or part-time enrollment in an accredited college or university baccalaureate program.
• Pursuing a degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems.

Responsabilidades

• Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders during assignment planning and issue resolution.
• Under supervision, provide entry-level professional services to day-to-day objectives.
• Participate in projects to develop professional skills and organizational needs.
• Assist with planning and implementation of projects and initiatives.
• Conduct research and reporting with recommendations for action.
• Support studies or enrichment programs aligned with operating unit objectives.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project planning

Analytical thinking

Educación

Undergraduate student (Baccalaureate) in progress

Descripción del empleo

Company :Highmark Health Job Description : Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. independently. At this time, we do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

The Summer 2027 Project Management Undergraduate Internship provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience supporting strategic initiatives within Highmark Health's Delivery Management organization. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of business professionals by providing direct exposure to project management methodologies, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and project execution across a complex healthcare environment.

As a member of the Delivery Management team, the intern will work alongside experienced Project Managers and cross-functional business partners to support projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial planning and requirements gathering through execution, monitoring, and delivery. Participants will gain valuable insight into how project management enables organizational transformation, operational excellence, and the advancement of Highmark Health's Living Health strategy.

The program provides hands-on training and real-world experience in project planning, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder communication, and project governance. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects while developing foundational project management skills and gaining exposure to various project delivery methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall approaches.

Typical responsibilities include supporting day-to-day project operations, maintaining project plans and documentation, tracking deliverables and project milestones, assisting with project reporting, coordinating meetings and action items, conducting research and analysis, supporting project management best practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to help achieve project objectives. Through mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a summer capstone project, interns will strengthen their leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities while building a strong foundation for a future career in project management.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has the goal of providing the opportunity to acquire practical experience through direct exposure to the related business line(s) and to develop the next generation of diverse business professionals. To that end, the program will provide hands-on training and experience in the business line, expose the various career opportunities in the business line and related areas, and prepare participants for positions in the business. Typical responsibilities include, providing services to the day-to-day operating objectives of the assigned area, participating in projects and programs appropriate to the needs of the assigned area, participating in the planning and implementation of projects and initiatives, conducting research and reporting including recommendations or proposals for action.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Pursuing a degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field .

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. 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.
2. Under supervision, provide entry-level professional services as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the area. Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from senior personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
3. Undertake and/or participates in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the organization.
4. Participate in the planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise and ability.
5. As specifically requested by management, conduct research and reporting inclusive of recommendations or alternative proposals for action.
6. Undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit.
7. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have a