Healthcare Strategy & Consulting Corporate Internship – Summer 2027 (Undergraduate)

CVS Health • Hartford, CT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is an 11-week, full-time Healthcare Strategy & Consulting Internship for Summer 2027, designed for undergraduate students. The program runs from May 24, 2027, to August 4, 2027. It is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in the Hartford, CT office (typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday), with the remaining two days available for remote work. The internship focuses on providing hands-on experience in sales, account management, finance, client reporting, and service coordination within the large-employer healthcare client sector. Interns will engage in meaningful work supporting client relationships and business performance, participate in structured learning and professional development, and benefit from mentoring and networking opportunities with experienced leaders. The role offers broad exposure to the large-employer market and builds foundational skills in key business areas. Interns will learn about client needs, Aetna products and services, healthcare market trends, and the sales and account management process. They will assist with client and prospect research, sales opportunity tracking, pipeline updates, proposals, RFPs, and client presentations. The role also involves analyzing business data and performance trends, conducting research on healthcare industry trends, coordinating with internal partners, supporting process improvement projects, preparing client reports and dashboards, and participating in client and internal meetings. The hourly rate is $26 for a 40-hour workweek. Interns will have July 4th off as a company holiday and receive two days of paid leave. Corporate interns may be considered for future opportunities with CVS Health.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Anticipated graduation date between September 2027 and June 2028.
• Major in a relevant field such as business administration, economics, finance, healthcare administration, public health, data analytics, statistics, management, marketing, or a related discipline.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship, including authorization through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing presentations.
• Ability to work with quantitative and business information and perform basic data analysis.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in team environments.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, or the ability to learn these tools.
• A collaborative, curious, and customer-focused approach, with an interest in healthcare, business strategy, sales, analytics, finance, consulting, or healthcare operations.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership through student or community organizations, athletics, school projects, or work-related initiatives.
• Internship, work, or project experience in a related field.
• Interest in pursuing a full-time position with CVS Health after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Support client relationships, business performance, and growth.
• Participate in structured learning and professional development opportunities.
• Engage in mentoring, networking, and exposure to experienced business leaders.
• Learn about client needs, Aetna products and services, healthcare market trends, and the sales and account management process.
• Assist with client and prospect research, sales opportunity tracking, pipeline updates, proposals, requests for proposals (RFPs), and client presentations.
• Analyze business data and performance trends to support consulting and strategic planning initiatives.
• Conduct research on healthcare industry trends, market developments, and competitive insights.
• Coordinate with internal partners to gather information and address routine business challenges.
• Support projects focused on process improvement, business performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare client reports, dashboards, business reviews, and executive-ready summaries using financial, operational, and client data.
• Participate in client and internal meetings, documenting decisions and action items, and completing assigned follow-up activities.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Relocation assistance may be available to eligible candidates.
• Two days of paid leave.

What This Job Offers

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