IT Intern

Job Description

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Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a Fortune 50 healthcare company committed to prioritizing health for its teammates, customers, and the company itself. Through its Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, Humana aims to simplify the process for millions of people to achieve their best health, providing necessary care and service. These efforts contribute to a better quality of life for individuals with Medicare, Medicaid, families, military service personnel, and communities at large. Humana is an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a policy against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. They also comply with federal civil rights laws and provide free language interpreter services.

About the Job

Humana is offering an IT Intern position for Summer 2026, inviting individuals to join their caring community and contribute to putting health first.

Program Overview:
This is a 12-week in-person internship program designed to provide a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across various technology domains within a Fortune 50 healthcare company. Interns will contribute to projects that directly impact the health and well-being of millions, playing an integral role in driving innovation and digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities and Learning Areas:
As an IT Intern, you will collaborate with experienced technologists on initiatives spanning:
• Project Management
• Agile Development
• Software and Cloud Engineering
• Data Science and Analytics
• User Experience (UI/UX)
• Machine Learning
• Cybersecurity

Interns will leverage cutting-edge tools and methodologies to solve real-world challenges, develop new skills, and make a meaningful difference in healthcare technology. The program emphasizes that interns’ ideas and contributions matter, aiming to launch their IT careers while building a healthier future.

Internship Details:
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Dates: May 18 – August 7, 2026
• Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
• Location: The internship is hosted in-person at Humana’s Headquarters in Louisville, KY, and Technology hubs in Arlington, VA; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; and Fort Lauderdale, FL. This offers a rich experience of corporate culture and direct mentorship from industry leaders.

Required Qualifications:
• Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday for 12 weeks from May 18 – August 7, 2026.
• Must not require sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future. Humana does not provide visa sponsorship or support for OPT/CPT/J1 for this internship position.
• Must be a current full-time undergraduate or graduate student with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and Summer 2029.
• Must be intellectually curious and flexible, as demonstrated through previous jobs, internships, and/or projects.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Actively involved in on-campus and/or community activities.
• Strong academic history, with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA.
• Interest in working in the healthcare industry.
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Data Science, Cyber Security, or related quantitative discipline.
• Completed introductory to intermediate technical courses, such as CS 101, MIS, Foundations of Computer Science, Fundamentals of CS, Intro courses, Data Structures, Algorithms, and Machine Learning.
• Experience with technical tools, frameworks, and methodologies including, but not limited to, C++, Java, HTML, SQL, C#, Python, Agile Framework, Project Management, Scrum Awareness, Data Science, Power BI, Salesforce, JavaScript, CSS, cloud technologies, web/mobile development, API development, and AI application.

What to Expect During Your 12-week Internship Program:
• Comprehensive Onboarding and Orientation.
• Close collaboration with seasoned leaders on your assigned project.
• Opportunities to attend executive-level presentations and developmental workshops.
• A strong support circle including direct leaders, program managers, and mentors.
• Access to training and development opportunities.
• Participation in intern-led committees such as Hackathon, Yearbook, and Volunteering.
• Access to Network Resources Groups (NRGs).

Potential Team Placements Include:
• CenterWell and Humana Military: Focuses on technology supporting senior-focused primary care, home health, pharmacy segments, and military communities. Projects may involve secure health system integrations, clinical support platforms, enhancing care delivery systems, improving data interoperability, and optimizing digital experiences.
• Digital & Growth: Leverages technology to drive member engagement, business expansion, and operational efficiency. Projects may include building new digital experiences, implementing marketing automation, or using analytics for business strategy.
• Enterprise AI: Innovates and builds reusable, human-centered AI capabilities, tools, and services. Focuses on advancing AI with NLP and Conversational AI, driving the AI Center of Excellence (COE), and supporting high-priority business use cases. Interns may work on model development, data pipeline optimization, and AI-driven insights.
• Enterprise Information Protection (EIP): Responsible for safeguarding Humana’s data and technology assets through cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Projects could include security monitoring and analytics, threat detection, vulnerability assessments, identity & access management, data protection, and building secure cloud architectures.
• Insurance: Enables core insurance operations by developing and maintaining systems for claims processing, underwriting, policy administration, and member enrollment. Projects often focus on automating workflows, modernizing legacy platforms, AI chatbots and IVR, and enhancing data integrity.
• Tech Strategy: Shapes the vision and roadmap for Humana’s technology landscape, ensuring alignment with business objectives and emerging trends. Interns may assist with research on new technologies, participate in developing IT frameworks, and support enterprise-wide transformation projects.

Pay Range & Benefits:
The compensation range reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment.
• Annual Pay Range: $37,440 – $96,800 per year. Individual pay will vary based on geographic location and demonstrated job-related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
• Benefits: For limited term, variable schedule, and per diem associates, Humana offers benefits such as paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance program, and business travel and accident coverage.