[Hiring] Underwriting Intern @Highmark Health

Role Description

The Summer 2027 Underwriting Undergraduate Internship provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience supporting underwriting operations, pricing analysis, and financial evaluation activities within a dynamic healthcare and insurance environment. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of business professionals through direct exposure to:

• Underwriting principles
• Risk assessment
• Pricing strategies
• Financial analysis
• Client support functions

As a member of the Labor & Education Underwriting Team, the intern will work closely with experienced underwriters and business professionals to support both new business and renewal underwriting activities. Participants will gain valuable insight into how underwriting decisions impact:

• Business growth
• Customer retention
• Profitability
• Overall organizational performance

The program provides hands-on training and exposure to a variety of career opportunities within:

• Underwriting
• Finance
• Accounting
• Business Analytics
• Sales Support
• Healthcare Operations

Interns will contribute to meaningful projects involving:

• Account pricing
• Reporting
• Data analysis
• Process improvement
• Underwriting tool development

Typical responsibilities include:

• Assisting with pricing and risk evaluation for new and renewal business
• Supporting client reporting activities
• Analyzing financial and business data
• Participating in projects designed to enhance underwriting tools and processes
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives

Through mentorship, project-based learning, and professional development opportunities, participants will strengthen their analytical, communication, and business skills while gaining valuable underwriting experience.

Qualifications

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

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related 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 the company’s Code of Business Conduct is required.