[Hiring] Summer 2027 UCD Reporting and Analytics Undergraduate Intern @Highmark Health

Role Description

The Summer 2027 UCD Reporting and Analytics Undergraduate Internship provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience using data, reporting, and analytics to support business decision-making within United Concordia Dental. This learning-focused internship is designed to develop the next generation of analytics professionals through direct exposure to:

• Data analysis
• Business reporting
• Performance measurement
• Dashboard development
• Data-driven process improvement

As a member of the Reporting and Analytics team, the intern will work alongside experienced analysts and internal business partners to help transform data into accurate, meaningful, and actionable information. Participants will gain experience in:

• Collecting, preparing, organizing, and validating data
• Exploring trends and patterns
• Supporting key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Updating recurring reports
• Developing dashboards and presentations using team-approved analytical and reporting tools

The intern will collaborate with business partners to:

• Understand reporting needs and business questions
• Investigate data discrepancies
• Validate analytical findings
• Communicate insights that support performance monitoring and operational improvement

Through hands-on training, mentorship, and project-based learning, the intern will strengthen analytical, technical, communication, and problem-solving skills while developing an understanding of how reporting and analytics support business strategy and operations. Assignments will be tailored to the intern's skills and development needs, with an emphasis on:

• Data quality
• Accuracy
• Reproducible analysis
• Clear documentation
• Effective communication
• Responsible data handling

Qualifications

• Full or part-time enrollment in an accredited college or university baccalaureate program

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Quantitative Business Analysis, or a related quantitative or technical field

Essential Job Functions

• 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
• Under supervision, provide entry-level professional services as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the area
• Undertake and/or participate in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the organization
• Participate in the planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise and ability
• Conduct research and reporting inclusive of recommendations or alternative proposals for action as specifically requested by management
• Undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

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. Employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. Compliance with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy is required.