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The Healthfirst Internship Experience
Our internship programs provide an immersive and interactive learning experience that lays a foundation for continued leadership development and success. Our goal is not only to provide insight into our business, but also connect interns to our mission and to help them understand why what we do matters to both our members and the communities we serve. Interns become part of the Healthfirst family and their fresh perspectives, enthusiasm, and innovation fuel our organization as we forge a path to success together.
Read more below to learn about our internship programs. For questions related to our internship programs, please contact earlycareers@healthfirst.org.
Program Highlights
Summer Internship Program
The Healthfirst Summer Trailblazer Program is a 10-week paid internship. Each summer, we welcome students from various colleges and universities for the Healthfirst Summer Trailblazer Program. These students come to Healthfirst to learn about our mission and to make an impact on our organization and our members. Our program is known for providing valuable career experience and leadership development. The high level of mentorship, guidance and engagement that interns receive distinguishes our program from others.
Summer Medical Internship Program
This 4-week elective medical rotation provides students with an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of Healthfirst’s unique value-based care model, learn about the importance of quality equitable care and the role of the managed care organization in supporting this mission. During the first half of the program, a 2-week learning intensive, students are exposed to various key facets of the business of healthcare, including pharmacy, data analytics, medical economics, Medicare and Medicaid product overviews, and more. The Program culminates in a final project presentation.
Neurodiversity Internship Program
The Neurodiversity Internship Program, sponsored by the HEART ERG, supported by Human Resources, and in partnership with Specialisterne, gives opportunities for neurodiverse individuals to make an impact on our organization as a paid, full-time intern in our Summer Internship Program.
Hear From Our Summer Trailblazers
Akhila P.
As a member of the Business Analytics team in the CCO Department, I worked on projects that supported Healthfirst's goal of providing exceptional, customer focused experiences. This internship has greatly improved my technical skills, communication abilities, and grasp of business analytics. Meeting with the department heads was a highlight; their life journey and advice was both truly inspiring and insightful. Volunteering and joining fun activities allowed me to bond with fellow interns and engage with the community.
Dr. Maja Castillo
As physicians, we are taught to NOT think about how healthcare is paid for and how it affects our systems’ ability to provide care for patients. Through this internship, medical students can now see how we care for our members and everything that goes into providing healthcare for nearly 2 million people. In this first cohort, SUNY Downstate medical students have already expressed how invaluable this experience has been for their future careers.
Mehak K.
During your internship you get to know the people, so when you start you can hit the ground running: you know the people, you know the data, and you know the business. It's a holistic learning experience.
Patience E.
The Summer Trailblazer program allowed my new career path to take shape. Between the internship and the full-time role I accepted a year later, I had maintained professional relationships that made the transition seamless. I am excited to continue contributing to Healthfirst's impact and culture.
Salina A.
This summer internship at Healthfirst has been an incredibly enriching experience for me. I've been fully immersed in the healthcare and value-based care space, engaging with executives across various departments through stimulating speaker series. Working within the Delivery Systems Engagement team, I've had the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects. At Healthfirst, the work is meaningful, and the supportive environment challenges me to grow continuously. I couldn't have asked for a more rewarding experience this summer.
Estelle H.
Most college graduates are expected to know the career they want to pursue right away, but I had no idea what to do—except that I wanted to work in tech for a greater purpose. Healthfirst is the perfect environment for that; I'm proud to be a part of the pilot IT Early Career Development program where my growth and mentorship is not just valued, but prioritized.