Early Careers - Finance Intern

Health Care Service Corporation•Chicago, IL

3d•$19 - $34•Hybrid

About The Position

HCSC is seeking a Finance Intern for a 10-week paid summer internship that can be based in Chicago, Illinois. The intern will support financial planning and analysis by gathering, analyzing, maintaining, and reporting on budget and expense data and financial performance metrics. The role involves using computer-assisted analytical and forecasting techniques and preparing monthly and annual reports for Internal Operations. The intern will work closely with the analyst team and rotate among operating divisions, providing real-time financial support and analysis and serving as a trusted adviser and partner. The role may also include project support, administrative tasks, and ad hoc requests. With guidance from an assigned mentor and manager, the intern will take ownership of project components, conduct research and analysis, make recommendations, collaborate across functions, and support initiatives that improve business outcomes and the member and client experience. The internship concludes with a presentation to department leadership covering the project, results, and recommendations. The internship includes formal orientation, hands-on projects, weekly networking opportunities, professional development workshops, and volunteer activities. The position requires maintaining confidentiality and complying with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and applicable compliance policies. The listed base pay range is $19.13–$34.17; actual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Flex employees are expected to work in the office at least three days per week.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor's degree as a rising senior, with a major in finance or accounting; other related fields may be considered.
Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Availability to work for 10 weeks during the summer, June through August.
Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; the program is not currently offered to students on a visa.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments.
Practical, developed PC skills, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Prior related internship or work experience.
Volunteerism or leadership experience.
Interest in the health insurance industry or in beginning a career in Finance or Accounting.

Responsibilities

Gather, analyze, maintain, and report budget and expense data and financial performance metrics.
Use computer-assisted analytical and forecasting techniques and prepare monthly and annual reports for Internal Operations.
Work with the analyst team and rotate through operating divisions to provide real-time financial support and analysis.
Provide project, administrative, and ad hoc support as business needs require.
Own components of project work and deliverables with guidance from an assigned mentor and manager.
Research and analyze data and information, then develop recommendations to inform business decisions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Support departmental initiatives that improve business outcomes and the member and client experience.
Deliver a final internship presentation to department leadership covering the project, results, and recommendations.
Maintain confidentiality of company business and comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and applicable compliance policies.