MDHHS Integrated Care Contract Oversight Intern

About the Department

This internship will focus on data, policies, procedures, and other health plan oversight that impact people who have both Medicare and Medicaid.  The student will have an opportunity to view how an integrated healthcare program is administered and how to use data to inform health plan oversight and program direction. 

The selected intern would meet weekly with the MI Coordinated Health Contracts and Quality Manager to discuss progress on assigned projects.  Weekly meetings will be held through video conferencing, and periodic in-person meetings will take place in Lansing. The intern would attend staff meetings, internal group meetings with other partners in central office, and external group meetings with contracted Health Plans and other stakeholders.  Projects aim to support contract oversight of health plan performance and may include:

• Tracking and trending State Fair Hearings and related data.
• Tracking and trending health plan data privacy and security incidents.
• Tracking and trending Contract Management and Quality measurement data.
• Participating in Contract Management Team and Quality conference calls with health plans and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
• Reviewing health plan policies and procedures to verify compliance with state, federal, and program requirements.
• Review health plan marketing materials for compliance with state, federal, and program requirements.
• Participating in calls with external partners on crosscutting issues and projects. 
• Researching specific policy items through available literature and sharing information with the Section Manager and team so that decisions can be made.
• Actively participating in team discussions as new issues are discussed and strategies are developed for moving forward.
• Developing training materials and job aids. 

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Position Duties

At the time of internship, you must be enrolled at an accredited university pursuing a masters degree in Social Work, Public Health, Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Care Administration, Law, or equivalent.
 

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

• Able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Familiar with video conferencing using Zoom and Microsoft TEAMS.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to learn new technology quickly.
• Able to manage time independently to complete projects timely.

To ensure a successful internship experience, the student should have some experience or understanding of healthcare programs that support vulnerable adults (i.e. seniors and people with disabilities) who need assistance so that they can actively participate in discussions. While most meetings will be completed by video conferencing, some in-person meetings may be needed to pick up materials or join an in-person meeting. Most of the work of this position is completed remotely.  

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and official transcripts to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.

Benefits

State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.

Supplemental Questions

01

When are you available to start your internship?

• Fall 2026 semester
• Spring 2027 semester
• Summer 2027 semester
• Anytime

02

Are you currently enrolled in a master's program pursuing one of the following?: Social Work, Public Health, Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Care Administration, Law, or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Current Academic Institution:

04

Major/Minor Field:

05

Expected Graduation Date:

06

Faculty Advisor Name:

07

Faculty Advisor Contact Information (Email & Phone):

08

Has your field coordinator reviewed your application?

• Yes
• No

09

We are looking for interns that can commit to 12-20 hours per week. How many hours can you work per week?

10

How many hours does your academic institution require?

11

I authorize and understand that a background and reference check will be conducted and am willing to send a copy of my driver license and social security card if selected.

• Yes
• No

12

Please enter your driver's license or identification number. If you currently possess a driver's license from a state other than Michigan, you will need to attach a 2 year driving record from that state in order to move forward with this process.

13

Have you ever been convicted of misdemeanor?

• Yes
• No

14

If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses. If you answered No, please enter N/A.

15

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No

16

If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses. If you answered No, please enter N/A.

17

As a State of Michigan Intern, I agree to follow all departmental and state policies. This is my acknowledgment.

• Yes
• No

18

I understand this is a non-paid internship.

• Yes
• No

19

*** Do you have the ability to work from home, including home internet service? OR Are you willing to purchase home internet service if hired?

• Yes
• No

20

Are you in or have you participated in a Michigan Title IV-E Fellowship program?

• Yes
• No

21

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please select the university.

• Michigan State University
• University of Michigan
• Wayne State University
• Western Michigan University
• Central Michigan University (BSW)
• Eastern Michigan University
• Oakland University
• Ferris State University

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Address

Office of Human Resources
235 S. Grand Ave.
Lansing, Michigan, 48933

Must be enrolled in a master's program in social work, public health, business administration, public administration, health care administration, law, or equivalent; able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams; some healthcare program experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• tracking data
• reviewing policies
• developing training materials

Skills & Tools

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Zoom, Microsoft Teams

Job Details

• Category: Business Operations
• Seniority: No Prior Experience Required
• Commitment: Internship, Part Time
• Workplace: Remote — Lansing, Michigan, United States
• Languages: English

About State of Michigan

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