Summer 2027 Risk and Compliance Management Undergraduate Intern

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 Undergraduate Internship provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience supporting enterprise risk and compliance assessment activities within a large, complex healthcare organization. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of diverse business professionals through direct exposure to risk management, regulatory compliance, internal controls, information security, and business operations.

As a member of the Risk & Compliance Management team, the intern will collaborate with organizational risk professionals, business partners, technology teams, and global delivery teams to support risk and compliance activities across Highmark Health. Participants will gain exposure to a broad range of regulatory and industry frameworks, including NIST, HITRUST, PCI, HIPAA, SOC, MAR, CMS, and The Joint Commission requirements.

The intern will help support the organization’s mission by contributing to risk and compliance activities that align with enterprise policies, regulatory obligations, and established risk appetite. This role provides an opportunity to learn how risk assessments, compliance reviews, internal controls, and remediation activities help protect information, support operational integrity, and strengthen organizational decision-making.

Typical responsibilities include supporting day-to-day operating objectives, participating in risk and compliance assessments, gathering and analyzing documentation, assisting with projects and initiatives, conducting research, preparing reports, and developing recommendations or proposals for action. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment.

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 Risk Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or another program within an accredited school of business.

  

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 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. 

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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