Internships at UnitedHealth Group . As an intern at UnitedHealth Group, you will be fully immersed in our company and culture while getting the opportunity to develop the foundational skills needed to launch your career. During our full-time, 10-week summer internship program, you will be working alongside highly skilled professionals in your field, have a mentor to guide your professional development, network with leaders across the organization, and contribute to projects relevant to your degree. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This internship is full-time, 40 hours per week for 10 weeks over the summer starting on June 3, 2024. The option to start part-time immediately during the spring semester is also available, and then will transition to a full-time schedule during the summer.
H1-B and green card sponsorship is not available for this position
UnitedHealth Group’s Office of Sustainability is seeking a graduate level intern to join their ESG team for the summer of 2024. Our approach to sustainability reflects our belief that the health of any society can be measured only by the health and well-being of its people. Given our reach and resources – and the millions of people we touch each day – we feel a deep sense of responsibility to chart a more sustainable path forward, helping to build a modern, high-performing health system that improves access, affordability, outcomes and experiences for people who depend on it. That’s what makes a health care system sustainable, and it is embedded in our mission and throughout our business strategy.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
As an ESG Grad Intern at UnitedHealth Group, you will have the opportunity to:
Research, analyze, and share assessments of key ESG issues and trends
Work across functions and roles within the Sustainability group and across UnitedHealth Group to help accomplish key business and ESG goals - this may include engaging with leaders in Optum or UHC businesses, Treasury, IR, Real Estate, Supplier Diversity, or others with sustainability projects or initiatives
Attend briefings and meetings with key stakeholders to gain knowledge and summarize topics for leaders of the company
Use strong attention to detail and time management skills to organize and plan events and meetings - including managing logistics and budget, updating meeting materials, etc.
Support benchmarking efforts with others (internal or external) to assess evolving efforts of sustainability and how UHG’s peers are participating in this space
Review, edit, and/or write key documents and deliverables for internal and external use
Assist in the design and development of presentation materials
Benefits & Opportunities for UnitedHealth Group Interns:
Eligible to contribute to a 401k savings plan.
Laptop and equipment provided by the organization.
Opportunity to attend UnitedHealth Group’s 3-day Early Careers Internship Experience at the corporate office in Minnesota.
Full-time offer or returning internship offer possibilities for high performers.
Access to a network of hundreds of interns and leaders throughout the organization.
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a master’s degree from an accredited college / university
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college/university during the duration of the summer 2024 internship
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization. F-1 visa holders with Optional Practical Training (OPT) who will require H-1B status, TNs, or current H-1B visa holders will not be considered. H1-B and green card sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Sustainability/ ESG, Business Administration, Public Health, Marketing, Communications, Public Policy, Law or related field
Experience working on or studying ESG focused initiatives
Experience in organizing or planning events and meetings
Experience writing, researching, and editing
Experience working, volunteering, or interning in a health care, policy, research, or public relations setting
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The hourly range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $43.26 - $57.69 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.