Summer 2027 Responsible AI Undergraduate Intern

Highmark Health; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Summer 2027 Responsible AI Undergraduate Internship at Highmark Health offers hands-on experience at the intersection of artificial intelligence, healthcare, ethics, governance, and emerging tech. Interns will learn how responsible AI is applied across the organization, with exposure to generative AI and autonomous agents in a healthcare context.

Participants will support policies, standards, governance, and stakeholder communications, collaborating with Legal, Compliance, Risk, Audit,

Qualifications

• Full- or part-time enrollment in an accredited college or university baccalaureate program.
• Pursuing a degree in AI, CS, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, Philosophy/Ethics, Public Policy, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration or related field.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively while coordinating with colleagues and stakeholders on planning assignments and resolving issues.
• Under supervision, provide entry-level professional services aligned with daily objectives; receive guidance and mentoring from senior staff.
• Undertake projects designed to develop professional skills and expertise for the organization.
• Participate in planning and implementing unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise.
• Conduct research and reporting with recommendations or alternative proposals for action.
• Engage in studies or enrichment programs related to operating unit objectives.

Skills

Communication

Research

Education

Full or part-time enrollment in accredited college/university (baccalaureate)

Pursuing AI/CS/Data Science/Info Systems/Business Analytics/Cybersecurity/Philosophy Ethics/Public Policy/Healthcare Admin

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 Responsible AI Undergraduate Internship provides students with an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of artificial intelligence, healthcare, ethics, governance, and emerging technology. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of professionals who will help organizations innovate responsibly while ensuring AI solutions are ethical, transparent, secure, and aligned with member trust and healthcare equity.

As a member of Highmark Health's Responsible AI team, the intern will work alongside experienced professionals to support the responsible development, adoption, and oversight of artificial intelligence across the organization. Participants will gain exposure to rapidly evolving technologies, including generative AI and autonomous AI agents, while learning how organizations balance innovation with ethical considerations, regulatory requirements, security, privacy, and risk management.

The program provides hands-on experience supporting Responsible AI policies, standards, frameworks, research, governance activities, and stakeholder communications. Interns will collaborate with cross-functional partners across Legal, Compliance, Risk, Audit, Technology, Data, and business functions to better understand how Responsible AI principles are translated into practical organizational processes and controls.

Typical responsibilities include researching emerging AI regulations and industry practices, supporting the development and maintenance of Responsible AI policies and operational guidelines, preparing governance and stakeholder materials, analyzing emerging AI risks and considerations, and developing communications that demonstrate the organization’s commitment to responsible innovation. Through mentorship, research, and cross-functional collaboration, the intern will strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, research, and governance skills while contributing to the responsible advancement of AI within healthcare.

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 Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, Philosophy/Ethics, Public Policy, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or another field related to the responsible application of technology.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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.

• 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.

• Undertake and/or participates in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the organization.

• Participate in the planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise and ability.

• As specifically requested by management, conduct research and reporting inclusive of recommendations or alternative proposals for action.

• Undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit.

• 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 access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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