Healthcare Associate Intern (Summer 2025) - Indianapolis Health

Overview

Milliman's Indianapolis Health practice is hiring a Healthcare Associate Intern to join our pharmaceutical consulting team. This intern will synthesize qualitative and quantitative information from primary source information, including clinical research, market research, and administrative claims data; then, develop a method of relaying that information in a clear, concise, and understandable manner to the client. The intern will further develop clinical, technical, and professional skill sets during the experience. This role will work directly with seasoned healthcare consultants on a project(s) involving pharmaceutical market research, strategy, and data analytics. The intern will be responsible for supporting supervisor(s) in completing internal and external projects. Based on the intern's interests, experience, and strengths, appropriate project(s) will be identified that meet the expectations and goals of the intern, while providing a tangible contribution to the practice. Intern projects are designed to foster individual growth and capability by leveraging current knowledge and ability to complete novel assignments.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Independently manage assigned project tasks and timelines to fulfill project requirements and meet client expectations
• Engage project team members to leverage current knowledge to drive continuous quality improvement of products and services
• Meet with the assigned supervisor(s) and team members to gain clear understanding of the projects, goals, and expected outcomes
• Provide timely and appropriate feedback to supervisor(s) regarding internal project challenges and perceived external barriers
• Additional responsibilities to be determined based on final candidate's experience and interests
• Carry out other duties, tasks, and projects while working collaboratively with other team members

Qualifications

• Sound clinical background and understanding of basic therapeutics and pharmacology
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and desire to work in a pragmatic, fast-paced environment
• Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills and attention to detail
• Natural curiosity and learning agility when faced with an unfamiliar subject
• Proficiency in effectively managing time to ensure successful completion of assigned tasks by deadlines when involved with multiple projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.
• Ability to adhere to established processes

Required

• Bachelor's degree completed
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university and by Fall 2025 have achieved status as either: a third professional year PharmD student OR a master's degree student majoring in healthcare administration, policy, management, or another relevant healthcare-related field

Preferred

• Familiarity with medical terminology and processes, particularly those related to billing and reimbursement of prescription medications
• Experience in performing secondary medical research (e.g., literature review, industry research) and citing work in AMA format
• Aptitude for understanding and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data
• Ability to perform minor tasks in Microsoft Excel or other similar software for quantitative analysis

Application Materials

• Please attach your resume, unofficial transcript(s), and a cover letter for consideration

Internship Highlights

• 1:1 mentoring sessions
• Exposure to senior consultants and practice leaders
• Structured opportunities for professional learning and development i.e. Lunch & Learn Series
• Guest speaker series covering a wide range of professional development skills
• Housing or housing stipend
• Social activities - intern-only and practice-wide
• Cultural excursions - Get to know Indy by visiting iconic sites
• End the program with a presentation to leadership and peers on a business project or problem
• Ample opportunity to discuss transition to full-time employment

The Team

The pharmaceutical consulting team is a group of 40+ individuals in the Indianapolis Health practice from varying backgrounds including actuaries, data analysts, pharmacists, and graphic designers. This group works primarily with pharmaceutical manufacturers by combining healthcare and payer knowledge, available data, analytic rigor, and industry experience to produce strategic and tactical insights for their clients.

Location

This position is based out of the Milliman office in Indianapolis, IN. Candidates hired into this role must be willing to work onsite full-time.

Benefits

• When an intern, temporary, or seasonal employee reaches 1,000 hours worked within 12 consecutive months, they become eligible for a 401(k) plan with matching program and profit sharing contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starts accruing on the first day of work and can be used for any reason. Interns, Temporary, and Seasonal Employees will earn PTO each pay period, with an accrual rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Who We Are

Independent for 75 years, Milliman delivers market-leading services and solutions to clients worldwide. Today, we are helping companies take on some of the world's most critical and complex issues, including retirement funding and healthcare financing, risk management and regulatory compliance, data analytics and business transformation.

Milliman invests in skills training and career development, and gives all employees access to a variety of learning and mentoring opportunities. Our growing number of Milliman Employee Resource Groups (ERG's) are employee-led communities that influence policy decisions, develop future leaders, and amplify the voices of their constituents. We encourage our employees to give back to their varied professions, including leadership in professional organizations. Please visit our web site (https://www.milliman.com/en/social-impact) to learn more about Milliman's commitments to our people, diversity and inclusion, social impact and sustainability.

Through a team of professionals ranging from actuaries to clinicians, technology specialists to plan administrators, we offer unparalleled expertise in employee benefits, investment consulting, healthcare, life insurance and financial services, and property and casualty insurance.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

#LI-KM1

#LI-ONSITE