Summer 2027 Risk & Compliance Management Analyst Undergraduate Intern

highmarkhealth; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is offering a Summer 2027 Risk & Compliance Management Analyst Undergraduate Internship to gain hands‑on experience in risk management, compliance monitoring, governance, and business operations within a large healthcare organization. The program provides exposure to enterprise risk practices and process improvement.

Interns will work on projects involving risk assessments, data analysis, reporting, and AI‑enabled tools within Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Controls,

Qualifications

• Full or part‑time enrollment in an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Marketing, Legal Studies, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support risk and compliance assessments and data collection.
• Track remediation activities and maintain risk documentation.
• Assist with reporting, dashboards, and documentation for governance and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders on risk initiatives.
• Contribute to projects involving process improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Gain exposure to emerging technologies, automation, and AI‑enabled tools.

Education

Undergraduate enrollment (accredited college/university)

Preferred majors: Finance, Accounting, Business, Legal Studies, or related field

Job description

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 Risk & Compliance Management Analyst Undergraduate Internship provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience supporting risk management, compliance monitoring, governance, and business operations within a large healthcare organization. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of business professionals through direct exposure to healthcare compliance requirements, enterprise risk management practices, operational controls, regulatory obligations, and process improvement initiatives.

As a member of the Risk & Compliance team, the intern will work collaboratively with compliance professionals, risk leaders, and business partners across the organization to support initiatives that help identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate compliance and operational risks. Participants will gain valuable insight into how organizations maintain regulatory compliance, manage business risks, and support responsible governance while operating in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

The program provides hands‑on training and exposure to a variety of career opportunities within Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Audit, Privacy, Information Security, Legal, Procurement, and Business Operations. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects involving compliance monitoring, risk assessments, issue management, reporting, documentation, business process reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Typical responsibilities include supporting risk and compliance assessments, collecting and analyzing data, tracking remediation activities, maintaining risk management systems and documentation, supporting reporting and dashboard development, collaborating with cross‑functional stakeholders, and assisting with special projects focused on operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance. Interns will also gain exposure to emerging technologies, automation solutions, and AI‑enabled tools that help improve risk and compliance processes.

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 Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Marketing, Legal Studies , 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 access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential cu