Early Careers – Product Engineering Developer Associate Intern — Chicago

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 five-week paid internship can be located in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TX What Are Your Responsibilities?    The Product Engineering Developer 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 Product Engineering Developer 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 Product Engineering Developer 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?   • Preferred: Background in AI, Python, Cloud Engineering, AWS, Java, JavaScript, or SQL. • Preferred: Knowledge of Databricks, Salesforce, Microservices, or Mulesoft. • Preferred: Interest in Cloud Native Computing, Slight Reliability Engineering, Mule, eGateway, or Prompt Engineering • Preferred: Experience in Data Analytics. • Preferred: Exposure to Hadoop. Pig, Talend, or similar tools.  • Analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills  • Innovation, creativity, and out-of-the-box thinking.  • Enthusiasm to enhance your own professional and personal development.  • Entrepreneurial spirit and initiative to handle business problems.  • Strong communication skills  • Crave continuous learning and participate in knowledge exchange with peers.  • Passion and desire to learn the ins and outs of the health care industry.    What Are the Requirements You Must Meet?   • Pursuing a bachelor's degree; rising juniors with a major in computer science, information technology, or information systems. 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 • Challenging real-world hands-on project • Weekly networking opportunities among interns and company leaders • Professional development workshops • Volunteer activities   #LI-Hybrid #LI-JT1 #hcscintern Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process! 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 $17.75 - $28.39 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.