Summer 2027 Community Affairs (Central PA) Undergraduate Intern

Highmark Health • Camp Hill, PA

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About The Position

The Summer 2027 Community Affairs Undergraduate Intern gains practical, hands-on experience supporting community engagement, employee volunteerism, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and strategic community partnerships. The role is intended to develop diverse business professionals through exposure to community affairs programming and stakeholder engagement while contributing to initiatives that positively affect the communities Highmark serves.

As part of the Community Affairs team, the intern supports planning, coordination, and execution of community and employee engagement initiatives across the Western PA Region. The internship includes hands-on training and exposure to Community Affairs, Corporate Social Responsibility, Nonprofit Partnerships, Government and Community Relations, Employee Engagement, Communications, and Event Management. The intern collaborates with internal business partners and external community organizations on volunteer programs, community events, stakeholder engagement, and administrative and analytical projects.

The position also provides mentorship, project work, and leadership exposure to help strengthen communication, presentation, organizational, and professional skills. The intern works under supervision and receives guidance, training, and mentoring from senior personnel. Applicants must be independently authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Requirements

• Full- or part-time enrollment in an accredited college or university baccalaureate program.
• Must be independently authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Management, Nonprofit Management, Government Affairs/Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of the Community Affairs department and assigned area.
• Participate in projects and initiatives focused on employee and community engagement.
• Plan, coordinate, and support community and employee engagement events.
• Conduct research and reporting, including recommendations or proposals for action.
• Develop communications materials and analyze program results.
• Participate in planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives.
• Communicate with colleagues, clientele, and internal or external constituencies during assignment planning and resolution of day-to-day operational problems.
• Undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the operating unit.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern