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Risk Management Student Intern - Summer 2027

CompanyEncompass Health
LocationVestavia Hills
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 18, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist various departments with data analysis, claims management, and insurance-related tasks. They are also responsible for researching safety topics and presenting on skills learned during the program.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
16629
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Encompass Health is the largest owner and operator of rehabilitation hospitals in the United States. With a national footprint that includes more than 170 hospitals in 39 states and Puerto Rico, the Company provides high-quality, compassionate rehabilitative care for patients recovering from a major injury or illness, using advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery. Encompass Health is ranked as one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For and Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare.
About the Role

ABOUT US

We're confident you'll see the difference the moment you join our team. Working at Encompass Health means working with a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We're proud of our career growth opportunities and how our team members work together for the greater good of our patients. We've been named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award.

 

POSITION PURPOSE

The Risk Management Student Intern will be assigned to appropriate department and scheduled to work for a designated period of time. The department intern will be responsible for all assigned work, projects and all other duties as assigned by the manager. Each participating department should provide intern with a detailed list of these responsibilities. If the intern is participating in the company-wide summer internship program, the intern will be required to participate in all activities and to participate in the final presentation at the end of the program.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

  • Assist with data collection and analysis and preparation of tracking and trending reports
  • Assist Professional/General Liability team with claims management
  • Assist Worker’s Compensation team with claims management
  • Assist Insurance team with analysis, renewals, check processing and other various tasks
  • Research and draft articles related to employee and patient safety
  • Research and coordinate special projects as deemed appropriate
  • Complete all tasks and assignments accurately and timely
  • Proactively seeks to learn about the company and the department
  • Participates in all intern specific activities (if applicable)
  • Create presentation and present on job skills learned (if applicable)

     

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be actively enrolled in a college or university (Junior/Senior level students are preferred.
  • Must have an interest in department in which they are interning
  • Class experience in prospective field is preferred
  • Intermediate to Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Must be able to work in our Home Office in Birmingham, Alabama from Monday, June 7th, 2027, to Friday, July 30, 2027

 

 


The Encompass Health Way 

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing! 
 
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification. 
Key Skills
Data collectionData analysisClaims managementInsurance renewalsCheck processingResearchTechnical writingMicrosoft Office SuitePresentation skillsProject coordinationRisk managementWorker's compensationLiability management
Categories
HealthcareFinance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipAdministrative