Technology Internship

About the Role

Join Humana as a Technology Intern for Summer 2027 and play an integral role in driving innovation and digital transformation within a Fortune 50 healthcare company. This 12-week internship program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide spectrum of technological domains, contributing to projects that directly impact the health and well-being of millions.

As a Tech Intern, you will collaborate with experienced technologists on initiatives that may include project management, agile development, software and cloud engineering, data science and analytics, user experience (UI/UX), machine learning, and cybersecurity. You will leverage cutting-edge tools and methodologies to solve real-world challenges, build new skills, and make a meaningful impact in healthcare technology.

The internship program is hosted in-person at Humana’s Headquarters in Louisville, KY.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced technologists on initiatives that may include:
• Project management
• Agile development
• Software and cloud engineering
• Data science and analytics
• User experience (UI/UX)
• Machine learning
• Cybersecurity
• Leverage cutting-edge tools and methodologies to solve real-world challenges.
• Build new skills and make a meaningful impact in healthcare technology.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, on-site for the full 12-week internship program from May 24, 2027, through August 13, 2027, in Louisville, KY.
• Must not require sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future.
• Must successfully complete CodeVue technical assessment requirements, which will evaluate programming fundamentals, problem-solving, and role-relevant technical skills.

Qualifications

• Must be a current full-time undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Must have an expected graduation date between December 2027 - Summer 2028.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with technical tools, frameworks, and methodologies, including but not limited to: C++, Java, HTML, SQL, C#, Python, Agile, project management, Scrum, data science, Power BI, Salesforce, JavaScript, CSS, cloud technologies, web/mobile development, API development, and AI applications.
• Demonstrates strong academic performance, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5.
• Completion of introductory to intermediate technical coursework, such as CS 101, MIS, Foundations of Computer Science, Fundamentals of Computer Science, introductory programming courses, Data Structures, Algorithms, or Machine Learning.
• Active involvement in on-campus and/or community activities.
• Interest in working in the healthcare industry.
• Possesses strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and flexibility through previous jobs, internships, academic work, and/or projects.

Internship Program Overview

During Humana’s 12-week internship program, interns can expect a structured and engaging experience designed to support both professional growth and meaningful project contributions. The program includes:

• A comprehensive onboarding and orientation experience.
• Placement on a technical team where interns can work closely with experienced leaders and team members.
• Exposure to executive-level presentations, professional development sessions, and workshops.
• A strong support network including direct leaders, program managers, mentors, and peers.
• Access to learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to participate in intern-led committees and events.
• Access to Humana’s Network Resource Groups (NRGs).

Potential Team Placements

Interns may be placed on one of several technical teams across the organization, depending on business need, skill set, and area of interest. Potential team placements may include:

• CenterWell and Humana Military: Supports senior-focused primary care, home health, and pharmacy segments, and military communities. Projects may include health system integrations, clinical support platforms, data interoperability, and digital tools.
• Data and Analytics: Delivers enterprise data, reporting, and analytics capabilities. Work may include data engineering, dashboard development, data quality improvement, and insights generation.
• Enterprise Growth and Digital: Develops digital tools, mobile applications, and self-service experiences. Projects may include building new digital experiences, implementing marketing automation, and using analytics.
• Enterprise AI: Builds reusable, human-centered AI capabilities, tools, and services. Work may include advancing AI solutions such as Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Conversational AI, model development, data pipeline optimization, and AI-driven insights.
• Enterprise Information Protection (EIP): Maintains the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Humana’s information. Projects may include cybersecurity, threat detection, vulnerability management, identity security, AI security, product security, data protection, risk and compliance, and secure cloud architecture.
• Insurance Technology: Builds and supports technology systems for insurance operations and healthcare services. Projects may involve software development, cloud technologies, AI, automation, data engineering, and digital platforms.
• CTO: Shapes the vision and roadmap for Humana’s technology landscape. Interns may support technical research, AI enablement, enterprise architecture activities, IT framework development, and enterprise-wide technology transformation projects.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $37,440 - $96,800 per year. This range reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job-related skills, knowledge, experience, education, and certifications.

Benefits

• Humana offers benefits for limited term, variable schedule, and per diem associates designed to support whole-person well-being.
• Benefits include: paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance program, business travel and accident.