Early Careers New Grad - Leadership Development Program (HYBRID)

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Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
63K-114K Annually
Entry level
Healthtech • Insurance
The Role
Participates in a 12-month healthcare payer leadership development program, supporting strategic projects across business and functional areas. Develops skills in strategic planning, analytics, communication, leadership, and project management while working with senior executives and cross-functional teams. Participants receive mentorship, networking opportunities, enterprise development, and exposure to healthcare priorities including value-based care, pharmacy, network strategy, and individual and family markets.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

Job Summary

This role participates in a 12-month Leadership Development Program in the health care payer space. The program builds a foundation in strategic thinking, communication, leadership and project management. Participants gain hands-on experience supporting strategic projects across multiple business and functional areas. Depending on placement, work may include Value Based Care, Pharmacy, Network Strategy, Individual and Family Markets and related enterprise priorities.

What Does the Leadership Development Program Entail?

  • Exposure to senior leadership.
  • Professional development through executive mentorship.
  • Opportunities to interact with and present projects to senior-level executives.
  • Formal and informal networking across multiple functional areas.
  • Exposure to multiple business areas and health care priorities.
  • Opportunities to develop innovative approaches to health care challenges.
  • Development in strategic planning, analysis, communication and leadership.
  • Project work throughout a highly matrixed organization.
  • Exposure to the operations of a large and diverse organization.

What Are the Requirements You Must Meet?

  • Currently pursuing an MHA, MHSA, MPH, MS-HSM, MBA or similar master’s degree with an interest in health care management and strategic planning.
  • Graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027.
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0.
  • Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. We are not offering this program under OPT or CPT or sponsoring work visas for these roles.
  • Project management skills, including strong organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience interacting with personnel across departments and at various levels of an organization.
  • Knowledge of strategic planning techniques and industry trends.
  • Experience with analytics and information synthesis.
  • Verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office products.

What Do You Need to Be Successful?

  • Preferred: health insurance or health care industry experience or a strong interest in the industry.

What Does the New Grad Program Entail?

Participants hired into the Leadership Development Program also participate in HCSC’s enterprise New Grad experience, which complements role-specific development during their first year.

  • Formal New Employee Orientation to build business and industry acumen.
  • A six-month enterprise development experience designed to support the transition from school to the workplace.
  • Professional development focused on communication, relationship building, navigating workplace challenges, critical thinking and career growth.
  • Opportunities to connect with peers and company leaders across HCSC.
  • Meaningful role-specific work and development through the 12-month Leadership Development Program.

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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.

Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.


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.

Base Pay Range$63,300.00 - $114,300.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing an MHA, MHSA, MPH, MS-HSM, MBA, or similar master's degree with an interest in healthcare management and strategic planning.
  • Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2027.
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
  • Project management skills, including organization, prioritization, and problem-solving.
  • Experience interacting with personnel across departments and organizational levels.
  • Knowledge of strategic planning techniques and industry trends.
  • Experience with analytics and information synthesis.
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • PC proficiency, including Microsoft Office products.
  • Health insurance or healthcare industry experience, or a strong interest in the industry.

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
13,563 Employees

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.

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