Early Careers - Automation Programmer Intern

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.

This 10-week paid internship can be located in Chicago, IL

• Automation Programmer Interns are responsible for actively participating in HCSC’s formal internship program that leverages your skills, knowledge, and capabilities while providing meaningful experience supporting business objectives and member-focused solutions.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams in both business and technical areas, the Automation Programmer Intern will contribute to project work, analyze information, and support the development of solutions that address organizational needs.
• The Automation Programmer Intern is responsible for learning and applying specific aspects of the organization's processes, programs, and technologies while demonstrating increasing independence and ownership of assigned deliverables.
• The Automation Programmer Intern position may use emerging technologies to develop sophisticated database solutions.
• This intern may also design, test, and implement technical production automation solutions to achieve business objectives by utilizing java, visual basic, or any other industry approved software and providing customer support on internally developed applications and processes.
• This role will also need to:
  • Own components of project work and deliverables with guidance from an assigned mentor and manager.
  • Conduct research, analyze data and information, and develop recommendations that inform real business decisions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Support departmental initiatives that improve business outcomes and the member and client experience.
  • Develop and deliver a final internship presentation to department leadership covering the project, results, and recommendations.
  • Maintain complete confidentiality of company business and comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and applicable compliance policies.

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication
• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge or experience in C#, , SQL and Visual Basic.
• Practical, developed PC skills, especially Excel, Word, and Access

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree; rising senior with a major in computer science, information technology, or information management. Other majors may be considered.
• Graduation date between December
  2027and June 2028 Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
• Available for the full duration of the
  10-week program.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this role.

• 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

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.

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