Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Intern

Company :

Highmark Inc.

Job Description : 

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. independently. At this time, we do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

The Summer 2027 Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Undergraduate Internship provides students with an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience supporting legislative, regulatory, and public policy activities within the healthcare industry. This internship is designed to develop the next generation of business and public policy professionals through direct exposure to healthcare legislation, regulatory compliance, government affairs, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

As a member of the Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Department, the intern will work alongside experienced regulatory and government affairs professionals to monitor and analyze state and federal legislative and regulatory developments that impact Highmark Health and its business operations. Participants will gain valuable insight into how healthcare laws, regulations, and government policies influence business strategy, operational processes, compliance initiatives, and the broader healthcare landscape.

The program provides hands-on training and exposure to a variety of career opportunities within Legislative Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Public Policy, Compliance, Government Relations, Healthcare Administration, and Corporate Governance. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects involving legislative tracking, regulatory analysis, policy research, compliance monitoring, stakeholder communications, and strategic business support.

Typical responsibilities include tracking and analyzing emerging laws and regulations, preparing legislative and regulatory summaries, supporting compliance initiatives, conducting legal and policy research, assisting with regulatory impact assessments, collaborating with business stakeholders, supporting industry engagement activities, and developing recommendations that help the organization respond to evolving legislative and regulatory requirements. Through mentorship, project work, and cross-functional collaboration, interns will develop strong analytical, research, communication, and professional skills while gaining valuable exposure to healthcare policy and regulatory affairs.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

This job has the goal of providing the opportunity to acquire practical experience through direct exposure to the related business line(s) and to develop the next generation of diverse business professionals.  To that end, the program will provide hands-on training and experience in the business line, expose the various career opportunities in the business line and related areas, and prepare participants for positions in the business.

Typical responsibilities include, providing services to the day-to-day operating objectives of the assigned area, participating in projects and programs appropriate to the needs of the assigned area, participating in the planning and implementation of projects and initiatives, conducting research and reporting including recommendations or proposals for action.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Full or part-time enrollment in an accredited college or university baccalaureate program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Pursuing a degree in Political Science, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Policy, Regulatory Affairs, Legislative Affairs, Government Relations, Public Policy, Pre-Law, or a related field.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 
1. Communicate effectively while interacting directly with colleagues, clientele, and/or other internal or external constituencies in the planning of assignments and the resolution of day-to-day operational problems. 

2. Under supervision, provide entry-level professional services as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the area.  Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from senior personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.

3. Undertake and/or participates in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the organization. 

4.  Participate in the planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise and ability. 

5. As specifically requested by management, conduct research and reporting inclusive of recommendations or alternative proposals for action. 

6. Undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit. 

7. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. 

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. 

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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