Health Data Analyst Internships
Health data analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career career changers hands-on project experience working with real clinical and claims datasets, mentorship from working data analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated across Energy, with Meta, Vertiv, and EmblemHealth among the employers posting roles now.
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Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent
- Must have completed their Sophomore year.
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Knowledge of basic computer science concepts, such as data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, etc.
- Familiarity with .NET framework and C# programming language
- Experience with web development technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, etc.
- Ability to learn new technologies to include artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and solve problems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Creativity and innovation
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent
- Must have completed their Sophomore year.
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Knowledge of basic computer science concepts, such as data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, etc.
- Familiarity with .NET framework and C# programming language
- Experience with web development technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, etc.
- Ability to learn new technologies to include artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and solve problems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Creativity and innovation
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Health Data Analyst Internship Market
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Tips for Your Health Data Analyst Internship Search
Apply earlier than the posting date suggests
Large employers, including major hospital systems and health insurers, recruit summer health data analyst interns the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings consistently from September onward so you're not entering a pipeline that has already moved to offer stage.
Build a project portfolio before you send your first application
Health data analyst intern hiring teams expect limited work history, so they evaluate candidates on documented projects instead. Publish two or three analyses using real or publicly available health datasets, noting the tools used, such as SQL, Python, or R, and link to the code or write-up so recruiters can assess your work directly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and surfaces roles that never appear at university events.
Practice the technical screen before you submit your first application
Health data analyst intern screens typically include a SQL or Python coding exercise and questions about cleaning or interpreting a dataset. Practice out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as the final answer. Work through sample datasets similar to claims, EHR, or survey data you'd handle on the job.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs early
Large health systems, insurers, and government health agencies run cohort-based internship programs designed to train analysts new to the field. These programs recruit early in the fall semester and fill quickly because they offer structured mentorship and defined project tracks. Identify the programs that fit your background and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 20% of the health data analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type so you're only spending time on roles you can actually take.
Health Data Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a health data analyst internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a portfolio of documented analyses, with linked code or published notebooks showing how you cleaned, queried, and visualized data. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a health data analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for health data analyst interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, whether the team has open headcount, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for a return offer by treating every project as a work sample, but keep applying to full-time roles in parallel so you're not counting on one outcome.
When should I apply for health data analyst internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, including hospital systems and health insurers, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with applications often closing before January. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single recruiting season to begin.
Are health data analyst internships paid?
Most professional health data analyst internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist primarily in nonprofit and academic research settings, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a health data analyst internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, such as SQL, Python, or R, and link to the work directly, whether that's a GitHub repository, a published analysis, or a case study write-up. Add relevant coursework in biostatistics, epidemiology, or health informatics, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote health data analyst internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 80% of the health data analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to surface them before sorting through roles you cannot take.
Can international students get health data analyst internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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