POSITION DESCRIPTION

INTERNSHIPS AT UNITEDHEALTH GROUP. If you want an intern experience that will dramatically shape your career, consider a global company that's dramatically shaping our health care system in the United States and in selected markets abroad. UnitedHealth Group internship opportunities will provide a hands-on view of a rapidly evolving, incredibly challenging marketplace of ideas, products and services. You'll work side by side with some of the smartest people in the business on assignments that matter. So here we are. You have a lot to learn. We have a lot to do. It's the perfect storm. And even better? Join us and you may end up staying for a career in which you can do YOUR LIFE'S BEST WORK.(SM) Interns in International Relations have the exciting opportunity to learn about how a Fortune 6 U.S. company works with teams abroad - particularly in Latin America, with a focus on Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru - to follow regulatory changes and position ourselves with policy-makers, industry associations, and consumers on key health care issues.

HOUSING AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

THIS FULL-TIME INTERN POSITION WILL BE AVAILABLE STARTING IN JUNE 2020

H1-B AND GREEN CARD SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work across functions and roles within International Relations to help accomplish key goals of the company
• Attend Washington, DC briefings and meetings with key stakeholders to gain knowledge and summarize topics for leaders of the company and International Relations colleagues
• Research, analyze, and share the impact of policies / initiatives in selected markets abroad on local consumers and the company
• Use strong attention to detail and time management skills to organize and plan events and meetings
• Review, format, edit, and/or write key documents and deliverables for internal and external use

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

CAREERS AT UNITEDHEALTH GROUP. We have modest goals: Improve the lives of others. Change the landscape of health care forever. Leave the world a better place than we found it. Such aspirations tend to attract a certain type of person. Crazy talented. Compassionate. Driven. To these select few, we offer the global reach, resources and can-do culture of a Fortune 6 company. We provide an environment where you're empowered to be your best. We encourage you to take risks. And we offer a world of rewards and benefits for performance. We believe the most important is the opportunity to do YOUR LIFE'S BEST WORK.(SM) Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college / university. Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college / university during the duration of the internship. Internships are not intended for graduating seniors
• Fluent in Spanish and/or Portuguese
• Experience writing, researching, and editing
• Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA
• Must be able and willing to navigate the Washington, DC area on a daily basis
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization. F-1 visa holders with Optional Practical Training (OPT) who will require H-1B status, TNs, or current H-1B visa holders will not be considered. H1-B and green card sponsorship is not available for this position

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Latin America Studies, Public Policy, International Law or related field
• Experience in organizing or planning events and meetings
• Experience working, volunteering, or interning in a policy, research, health care, or public relations setting

A Fortune 6 company, we're focused on helping people live healthier lives while making the health system work better for everyone. Here, we seek to empower people with the information, guidance and tools to make personal health choices. We work harder and we aim higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And, at the end of the day, we’re doing a lot of good for more than 142 million people worldwide.