Intern, Regulatory/Accreditation Strategist

Government Employees Health Association • Lee's Summit, MO

268d • $43,160 - $60,840 • Remote

About The Position

GEHA (Government Employees Health Association, Inc., pronounced G.E.H.A.) is a nonprofit member association that provides medical and dental benefits to more than two million federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. GEHA has one mission: To empower federal workers to be healthy and well. Offering one of the largest medical and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, GEHA empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care. We serve our members with products they value and a personalized customer experience, sustained by a nimble and efficient organization. The GEHA Summer Internship Program is designed to provide the following to students: • Experience in a professional business environment • Meaningful work assignments • Introduction to GEHA's corporate culture • Opportunity to network with experienced executives, leading professionals, and peers • Earn a competitive hourly wage. The program begins June 9, 2025, and will conclude August 15, 2025.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program with a focus on healthcare administration, public health, business, or a related field
• 3.0 overall GPA
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Good analytical skills
• Demonstrated initiative both independently and within a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Interest in healthcare quality, compliance and accreditation processes
• Demonstrated success with process improvement

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to refine workflows, develop efficient tracking systems and implement solutions that enhance overall accreditation processes
• Assist with the preparation of health plan accreditation documents
• Assist with gap analyses to identify key areas of focus
• Contribute to the creation of detailed reports and presentations that communicate progress, findings, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders
• Work in collaboration with project management professionals to meet project deadlines
• Help plan and facilitate accreditation-related training working sessions to ensure teams are well-equipped to meet standards

Benefits

• Benefits start on day one
• Great 401(k) match
• Tuition assistance programs
• Professional development
• Advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree