About the role#
This internship provides a stepping stone for students interested in a career in the healthcare business. You will work on special projects and perform daily tasks to gain professional experience and industry insight. The program includes formal training and experiential learning. You will work alongside professionals and interact with community leaders to learn about the company culture and mission.
What you'll do#
- Complete assigned special projects and various duties to gain professional experience.
- Participate in formal training and experiential learning sessions.
- Interact with healthcare professionals and community leaders.
- Learn how healthcare quality impacts Medicaid customers.
- Study concepts like Population Health Management, Health Equity, and Quality Improvement.
- Apply the Institute of Healthcare Improvement Model of Quality Improvement (Plan Do Study Act).
- Collaborate with the QI Provider Engagement team, QI specialists, and the Quality Analytics team.
- Support Health Equity analytics and decision-making processes.
- Study the effectiveness of interventions designed for members and providers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program as a freshman or sophomore.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Ability to commit to a full-time, 10-week program.
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
- Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic with the ability to be self-motivated and self-directed.
- Ability to build professional relationships.
- Good time management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with internet research.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Location & details#
- Location: Long Beach, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Molina Healthcare
Molina Healthcare operates as a public company focused on government-sponsored health care programs. Founded in 1980 and based in Long Beach, California, the organization manages health plans for families and individuals. It maintains contracts with state governments across 19 states to provide managed care services. The company also offers Medicare products and manages care for individuals eligible for both Medicaid and Medicare.
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