EmblemHealth is one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit health insurers, serving more than three million people in New York City and the tristate area. For the past 80 years, EmblemHealth has been taking care of New York’s heart and soul, its people. Today, health care is more complex than ever. That’s why we remain committed to finding new ways to deliver quality care at affordable prices.  Our mission is to create healthier futures for customers and communities. Everything we do is guided by our three core values: empower, deliver, and do it together.

We are proud that our workforce is as diverse as the communities we serve, and we are intentional about our inclusive practices for our organization.  

Learn more about EmblemHealth’s Diversity Programs: https://www.emblemhealth.com/careers/diversity-community
 
To deliver on our mission we’re hiring more thinkers and doers across all disciplines, Actuary, Underwriting, and Health Care Economics. You don’t need to have health care experience; we’ve hired people from start-ups, consultancies, and other non-profits because we believe meaningful change will come from inside & outside of the industry.  If you want to be a part of a bigger story, if you want to make a difference in people's lives and the communities around you, if you think healthcare matters to every one of us – Join us!

Current Job Opportunity - Healthcare Data Analytics Summer Intern

Summary of Position

Support and perform actuarial analyses for various lines of business: medical expense analyses and projections, health insurance market intelligence research and analyses, product pricing and state rate filing support, data, and actuarial modeling, etc. Present statistical information to support actuarial, underwriting, and other business areas regarding the pricing of plans, product development and marketing planning. Administer finalized policies; monitor results and provide feedback as needed. Collect and compile statistical data for additional analysis. Estimate the probability and likely cost of sickness, treatment, and medical services.

Principal Accountabilities

May perform any combination of the following accountabilities:

Design, test, and administer policies to minimize risk and maximize the profitability of insurance policies; develop and produce charts and other exhibits to explain proposals and calculations. Identify trends and patterns in a variety of complex data sets. Program and develop pricing and statistical models, spreadsheets, and databases using analytical software. Explain complex ideas and technical data to different audiences. Identify a company's risks and develop plans and recommendations to manage its risks; present findings to Actuarial management. Develop, maintain, and analyze projection models. Reconcile and analyze actuarial inputs and outputs. Collaborate with key leaders in order to identify and meet information needs.     Establish actuarial, underwriting, or healthcare economics procedures and document them for internal use.    

Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, Mathematics, Computer Science, other physical science, or related finance/business degree. Completion of / candidate working towards completion of actuarial exam(s) preferred.

Relevant Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

0 – 1+ years of relevant, professional work experience and/or education. (Required) Understanding of actuarial principles and methodologies with strong mathematical and analytical skills. (Required) Excellent written and verbal communication skills to deliver complex information to a diverse audience. (Required) Capable with Excel, data extraction, simulations, automation. (Required) Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). (Required) Exposure to SQL, SAS, Python or similar. (Preferred) Perform additional duties as directed.     Additional Information Job Type: Internship Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Temporary Requisition ID: 2403F Hiring Range: $30/hr