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Job SummaryThis five-week paid internship can be in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TXWhat Are Your Responsibilities?
The Associate Intern is responsible for actively participating in HCSC’s formal internship program that leverages your skills, knowledge, and capabilities while providing exposure to healthcare, business operations, and professional work environments. Working closely with team members and mentors, the Associate Intern will learn key processes, programs, and technologies while supporting departmental projects and initiatives. Through hands-on experience, professional development opportunities, and cross-functional collaboration, the Associate Intern will build foundational business and technical skills that support future career success.
This role will also need to:
· Support day-to-day team activities and contribute to research, data gathering, and light analysis under close mentor guidance.
· Contribute to a defined summer project with structured milestones, regular mentor check-ins, and manager feedback.
· Attend intern orientation, professional development workshops, and networking events designed for early-career exploration.
· Comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and other applicable corporate and departmental policies.
What Do You Need to Be Successful?
· Demonstrated interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication.
· Interest in a career in Actuarial Science
· Strong analytical skills
· Practical, developed technical skills, especially Excel and VBA
What Are the Requirements You Must Meet?
· Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree; rising junior considering a major in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, finance, computer science or economics. Other majors may be considered.
· Graduation date between December 2028 and June 2029
· Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
· Available for the full duration of the paid summer program.
· Demonstrated intellectual curiosity, strong communication skills, and a collaborative, learning-oriented mindset.
· Working proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general comfort with virtual collaboration tools.
· 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.
· Weekly networking opportunities among interns and company leaders
· Professional development workshops
· Volunteer activities
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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.
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.
Base Pay Range$17.75 - $28.39Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree as a rising junior, preferably in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, finance, computer science, economics, or a related field
- Graduation date between December 2028 and June 2029
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
- Available for the full duration of the paid summer program
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Working proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Practical technical skills, especially Excel and VBA
- Interest in a career in actuarial science
- Intellectual curiosity and a collaborative, learning-oriented mindset
Health Care Service Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Health Care Service Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Health Care Service Corporation.
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Retirement Support — A pension plan alongside a matching 401(k) is offered, an uncommon combination in the private sector. This combination is described as a standout element that helps retain employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options are broad, with multiple medical, dental, and vision choices, wellness incentives, and access to resources like on-site fitness centers and an EAP. These offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (up to six weeks at full pay after one year), adoption assistance, and mothers’ rooms are available. These supports reinforce family needs alongside work commitments.
Health Care Service Corporation Insights
What We Do
Imagine Something New, Something Different. Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company (HCSC), is the largest customer-owned health insurer in the nation and the fourth largest overall. Operating through our Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans in Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas (as well as a variety of affiliates and subsidiaries,) we are expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We are equipping members with information and tools so they can make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. HCSC is continuously recognized as an employer committed to community, diversity and inclusion, training and development. HCSC is committed to pioneering the health care space in ways as effective as they are creative. If you are passionate about the impact you want to have through your work, with a desire to apply innovative thinking to new and emerging challenges, we encourage you to learn more about HCSC. Learn about what we stand for, how we work and the difference we’re making in the lives of our 15 million members. Join HCSC and discover what new ways of thinking can mean for you, your community, our customers and our organization. Divisions of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
