TR
Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026)
TEMPORARY•Austin
About this role
Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026)
Requisition ID: req1327
Employment Type: Unclassified Temporary Full-Time (UFP)
Division: Health Analytics
Compensation: $25.00 / Hourly wage
Job Closing: February 20th at 5:00 PM, CST
Location: TRS Headquarters Building 2
1900 Aldrich Street
Austin, Texas, 78723
United States
WHO WE ARE:
With the Health Division, you’ll be joining a passionate team of self-motivated change agents united by our mission: driving to design the delivery of high-quality healthcare for nearly three-quarters of a million active and retired Texas public educators.
The healthcare industry is complex and we’re a team of problem-solvers who are up for the challenge. With a focus on innovation and collaboration to catalyze the market, we spend nearly $4 billion annually on healthcare to make a difference in our members’ lives. With a career at TRS, you’ll be empowered through a culture of continuous learning, front-line decision-making, coaching and mentorship to shape the future of our work, while transforming healthcare delivery for 1 in 41 Texans.
Internship: This position is a paid, full-time, limited term assignment that offers interns the opportunity to gain substantive hands on experience. Interns enjoy the opportunity to get training and mentoring from experienced professionals in one or more areas. Interns may also be eligible to continue working part-time through the fall and spring semesters, depending on department and agency needs.
The Health Analytics Student Intern will help the Health Division at TRS meet its goal of harnessing its data to optimize its health management strategies, identify actionable patterns in health care claims, and assess areas where interventions could add value and produce better health outcomes. The incumbent will perform entry level project work related to their field of study and analyzing health care/insurance related data, and support agency operations with a primary focus on gaining practical work experience and business skills for personal development or to satisfy educational requirements. This position will proactively work with the Health Analytics team, Health staff, and agency employees.
The ideal candidate for the Health Data Analytics Intern position at TRS is a graduate student (Masters or Doctoral) with a strong foundation in public health, actuarial science, mathematics, economics, data science, or a related discipline. This individual is a proactive, analytical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about leveraging data to improve healthcare outcomes for Texas educators. They possess the ability to critically evaluate complex health insurance data, identify actionable trends, and communicate insights clearly through both written and visual formats. With demonstrated skills in SQL, data analysis, and problem-solving, the candidate is eager to contribute to innovative projects, adapt to evolving challenges, and actively engage with a team dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery.
This position will start on June 4th 2026 and will end on August 7th 2026.
Salary will be dependent upon education level:
Graduate Student - $25.00/hour
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Health Insurance Analytics Projects
• Analyzes enrollment and claims data to identify trends and anomalies and to identify areas of action.
• Develop and automate SQL queries in our internal data warehouse to extract claim data for use in analyses and dashboards.
• Assists in the production of analytical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, including creating visualizations and drafting narrative.
• Develops a summary document describing the data and document data limitations and nuances to enhance analysis and reporting.
• Review and validate reporting of health care data from external sources including from TRS' health care consultants, insurance companies, or other industry resources.
• Conduct surveys and assessments of vendor activities to evaluate performance.
General Functions
• May assist in researching, compiling, and analyzing data; entering data into spreadsheets, databases, and other automated applications; and preparing complex queries and reports.
• May review forms, correspondence, reports, and other documents for completeness and acceptability
• May assist in reviewing and analyzing agency policies, procedures, and forms and recommending changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assists in completing special projects and performs other work as assigned.
• Performs related work as assigned.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
Required Education
• Currently enrolled as a graduate student (Master or Doctoral) in public health, actuarial science, mathematics, economics, data science, informatics or a related program.
• Applicant will be required to submit a copy of official college transcripts.
Required Experience
• None.
Required Registration, Certification, or Licensure
• None.
Preferred Qualifications
• Graduate-level education (Master or Doctoral) in a discipline that provides a foundation in analysis, research, or data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrate proficiency in analytical methods.
• Experience with SQL and a general aptitude for programming is needed.
• Experience working on similar projects to the ones described above.
• Letter(s) of recommendation from program professor(s) are strongly encouraged.
• Experience using Microsoft Office software.
• Experience creating data visualizations to explain complex data to broad audiences using a variety of tools.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
• General office practices and procedures.
• General health insurance terminology and definitions.
• Research and data analysis techniques.
Skills in:
• Organizing and prioritizing work to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment and completing work accurately while meeting deadlines.
• Conducting data searches and evaluations of large amounts of information, performing complex analysis of the data, and preparing concise and accurate reports and written/oral recommendations.
• Verbal and written communication of complex information that is accurate, timely, and based on sound judgment.
• Providing quality customer service.
• Reviewing documentation; properly applying complex laws, regulations, rules, and policies; and making decisions based on sound judgment.
• Using a personal computer in a Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) environment, and accurately performing data entry.
Ability to:
• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and other external contacts.
• Work effectively in a professional team environment.
• Currently enrolled as a graduate student (Master or Doctoral) in public health, actuarial science, mathematics, economics, data science, informatics or a related program.
• Applicant will be required to submit a copy of official college transcripts.
Required Experience
• None.
Required Registration, Certification, or Licensure
• None.
Preferred Qualifications
• Graduate-level education (Master or Doctoral) in a discipline that provides a foundation in analysis, research, or data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrate proficiency in analytical methods.
• Experience with SQL and a general aptitude for programming is needed.
• Experience working on similar projects to the ones described above.
• Letter(s) of recommendation from program professor(s) are strongly encouraged.
• Experience using Microsoft Office software.
• Experience creating data visualizations to explain complex data to broad audiences using a variety of tools.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
• General office practices and procedures.
• General health insurance terminology and definitions.
• Research and data analysis techniques.
Skills in:
• Organizing and prioritizing work to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment and completing work accurately while meeting deadlines.
• Conducting data searches and evaluations of large amounts of information, performing complex analysis of the data, and preparing concise and accurate reports and written/oral recommendations.
• Verbal and written communication of complex information that is accurate, timely, and based on sound judgment.
• Providing quality customer service.
• Reviewing documentation; properly applying complex laws, regulations, rules, and policies; and making decisions based on sound judgment.
• Using a personal computer in a Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) environment, and accurately performing data entry.
Ability to:
• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and other external contacts.
• Work effectively in a professional team environment.
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Codes:
Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with experience in the Military Occupational Specialty ( https://www.trs.texas.gov/files/trs-military-crosswalk.xlsx ) along with the minimum qualifications listed above may meet the minimum requirements and are highly encouraged to apply. Please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected] with questions or for additional information.
To view all job vacancies, visit www.trs.texas.gov/careers or www.trs.csod.com/careersite.
For more information, visit www.trs.texas.gov.
What you'll do
- The intern will analyze health insurance data to identify trends and assist in producing analytical reports for internal stakeholders. They will also develop SQL queries and validate reporting from external sources.
About Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is responsible for investing funds under its stewardship and for delivering benefits to members as authorized by the Texas Legislature. Our mission is to improve the retirement security of Texas educators by prudently investing and managing trust assets and delivering benefits that make a positive difference in members’ lives. TRS is a defined benefit plan, with retirement benefits determined by a pre-established formula. The trust fund is sustained principally by three sources-contributions by members during their working careers, contributions by the state, and investment revenues. TRS was founded more than 85 years ago and has $225 billion in assets, making it the largest public retirement system in Texas in both membership and assets. It is the 6th largest public pension plan in the U.S. and is among the 20th largest in the world. The agency serves over 2.1 million people, of which over 1 million are public and higher education members and over 400,000 are retirement recipients and beneficiaries.
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas is constantly growing and looking for bright and talented individuals to join several departments, including Pension Services, Investment Management, Health, Organizational Excellence, IT, Legal and Compliance, and many more. TRS employees work in a culture of trust and collaboration and pride themselves in making a profound impact in the lives of Texas public education teachers. Additionally, TRS has the received the Top Workplaces USA award nearly consistently from 2012-2025, which can be attributed to its great leaders and employees. TRS is truly a great place to work and grow.
Ready to join Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)?
Take the next step in your career journey
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026) do at Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)?
As a Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026) at Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), you will: the intern will analyze health insurance data to identify trends and assist in producing analytical reports for internal stakeholders. They will also develop SQL queries and validate reporting from external sources..
Is the Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026) position at Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) remote?
The Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026) position at Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is based in Austin, Texas, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026) position at Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)?
You can apply for the Health Data Analytics Graduate Intern (Summer 2026) position at Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process.