Vendor Management Graduate Intern (Summer 2026)

Intern At Centene

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as an Intern at Centene. During this 12-week program, you'll learn more about Centene and how we're transforming the health of the community, one person at a time.

Position Purpose :

This position will aid vendor managers with oversight of our contact center vendors, including relationship management, issue resolution, process improvement, communications, reporting & documentation.

Looking for a graduate student candidate that has leadership skills and potential to lead teams in the future. Process oriented and able to handle tasks independently. Has strong problem solving skills. Highly motivated and driven, rather than waits to be given direction. Conducts themselves with professionalism and confidence.

Role is primarily remote, may work from any US location.

Dates : May 18th - August 8th (40hrs / wk.)

Pay : $21-$30 depending on experience (Masters)

$30-$35 depending on experience (JD)

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

Communicate project status and results to staff mentors and management

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

Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree or equivalent undergraduate coursework completed. Must be enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited university or college in a field related to the hiring department through the internship period.

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, health insurance, 401(k) 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