About the role#
This is a full-time, 12-week paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work with the Health Net Medi-Cal and marketplace plans team, which includes marketers, designers, writers, and communications professionals. The role provides exposure to various departmental branches, including external and internal communications, provider communications, and thought leadership, to help you explore potential career paths.
What you'll do#
- Conceive, create, and execute social media content that aligns with brand guidelines and department goals.
- Apply your academic knowledge to projects that support the business.
- Research legal, regulatory, and other industry topics.
- Attend training and development presentations to build professional skills.
- Learn about the Managed Care industry and its core functions.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate program at an accredited university or college through the internship period.
- A preference for studies in Marketing or Communications.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Reliability and a willingness to learn.
- An understanding that corporate social media differs from personal social media.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Sacramento, California.
- The role is hybrid, with an expectation to be in the office several days a week.
- Candidates must have housing in or near Sacramento to be considered.
About Centene Corporation
Centene Corporation is a healthcare enterprise based in Saint Louis, Missouri. Founded in 1984, the company provides government-sponsored and commercial healthcare programs. It serves individuals through Medicaid, Medicare, and the Health Insurance Marketplace. The organization operates with over 36,000 employees.
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