Early Careers - Procurement Intern

Location: IL - Chicago; TX - Richardson

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

This ten-week paid internship can be located in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TX.

What Are Your Responsibilities?

This position is responsible for actively participating in an internship program that uses your skills, knowledge, and capabilities while exposing you to different methodologies and tools related to supply-chain management and procurement. This role will assist with applying emerging technologies to develop best-in-class systems and solutions for our clients and members. Working closely with cross-functional teams in our business and technical areas, the intern is responsible for learning specific aspects of the processes, programs, and technology related to supply-chain management and procurement. This role may require additional project support, administrative tasks, and ad hoc requests to support business needs. This may include assisting in the management of ad-hoc department and procurement operations projects. Or assisting in pricing, negotiation, and contract drafting and analysis.

Partnering with teams across Procurement and the broader business, including IT Hardware, IT Software, Medical Management, Business Outsourcing, and Professional Services, you will build practical experience and deepen your understanding of critical business processes, programs, and technologies.The internship will primarily focus on indirect sourcing and procurement, providing opportunities to contribute to strategic initiatives, supplier management activities, and process improvement efforts.

Additional responsibilities may include project support, administrative tasks, research and analysis, and other ad hoc assignments to support evolving business needs.

Comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, Compliance Program policies, and other applicable corporate and departmental policies.

Maintain complete confidentiality of company business.

Maintain communication with management regarding development within areas of assigned responsibilities and perform special projects as required or requested.

Create a final internship PowerPoint presentation to share with department leadership covering the internship experience and the assigned project throughout the summer, including the results and any solutions or recommendations that the department can leverage in the future.

Assist in the management of ad-hoc Department projects

Assist in pricing, negotiation, and contract analyses

What Do You Need To Be Successful?

Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Access

Utilize effective problem-solving skills to identify challenges and propose practical solutions, including the use of AI and automation to optimize procurement processes and improve efficiency.

Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing to a team environment

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Strong organizational and time management skills

Experience with or knowledge of Power Query, Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Alteryx, or Python

Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process!

Pay Transparency Statement

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees.  Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards.

The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

Base Pay Range$19.13 - $34.17

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.