Managed Care Pharmacy Undergraduate Summer Intern

Position Purpose:The Managed Care Pharmacy Intern will gain experience in the clinical and business aspects of managed care pharmacy. Working alongside health plan pharmacists, the intern will analyze pharmacy trends and data, review clinical evidence, and support initiatives focused on medication quality and cost-effective care. The role also provides exposure to large data sets, AI, and how clinical decisions align with broader business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze pharmacy and medical claims data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Review clinical literature to support evidence-based decisions.
• Assist with new drug reviews and benefit design recommendations.
• Support medication quality and appropriate-use initiatives.
• Contribute to clinical, operational, and cross-functional projects.
• Gain exposure to large data sets and AI applications in pharmacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharmacy experience in a retail, hospital, or pharmaceutical industry setting preferred.
• Experience reviewing clinical literature or completing independent projects preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, intellectual curiosity, and ability to work through ambiguity.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with others. Learn about various processes and functions within the Managed Care industry and develop professionally by contributing to projects that support the business.
  

• Learn various job functions within the Managed Care industry and explore various career opportunities

• Apply academic knowledge and learn new skills by contributing to various projects

• Research various legal, regulatory, and other topics within functional area and industry

• Attend training and development presentations to enhance professional competencies
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

Pay Range:

$18–$26 per hour, based on grade level and experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. The company is unable to sponsor employment authorization, including candidates working under CPT or OPT.

At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.  Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act