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Student Trainee (Health Insurance)

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Department of Health and Human Services

Fresh

Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Salary

$17.78 - $19.96

per hour

Closes

April 15, 2026More HHS jobs →

GS-1 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $21,996 - $27,534

Typical requirements: No experience required. High school diploma or equivalent.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This entry-level internship at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services involves helping with basic administrative tasks related to health insurance and healthcare programs, such as preparing materials, reviewing reports, and assembling data for projects.

It's ideal for college students or recent high school graduates who are organized, detail-oriented, and interested in gaining hands-on experience in government healthcare operations.

The role supports higher-level staff and focuses on learning while contributing to smooth office functions.

Key Requirements

  • Enrolled full- or half-time in a qualifying educational institution for the Spring 2026 semester, with proof of upcoming enrollment for Summer or Fall 2026
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent for pass/fail systems)
  • For GS-03: Completion of 1 full academic year (30 semester credits or 45 quarter credits) above high school
  • For GS-04: Completion of 2 full academic years (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) above high school, or an Associate's degree
  • Submission of unofficial transcripts showing GPA, enrollment status, major, and credits at application time
  • U.S. citizenship (implied for federal positions)
  • Available for work in Washington, DC

Full Job Description

Interns are hired in several organizational components within CMS. For more information about organizational components in CMS, visit http://www.cms.gov/.

As a Student Trainee (Health Insurance), GS-0199-3/4, you will assist in analyzing health care. See duties below for more specifics.

ALL PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: To be eligible for the CMS Pathways - Summer Internship Program, an individual must be enrolled and seeking a degree (e.g., diploma, certificate, etc.) in a qualifying educational institution/program on a full or half-time basis for the current SPRING 2026 semester.

Additional proof of enrollment for the upcoming SUMMER 2026 or FALL 2026 semester will be required before a final job offer can be extended.

Click here for a definition of a qualifying education institution/program. - AND - Possess and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on the unweighted 4.0 scale.

GPA is based on current enrollment. GPA 2.95 is rounded to 3.0, and GPA 2.94 is rounded to 2.9.

NOTE: Students enrolled in a school or college that utilizes a Pass/Fail grading system are required to submit an unofficial transcript, which must include the institution's legend that documents the Pass/Fail equivalency.

TRANSCRIPTS or other applicable education documents (e.g., acceptance letter) are required at the time of application to verify program eligibility.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: GS-03: Completion of 1 full academic years of education above high school.

One full academic year post high school is defined as 30 credits for degrees that require a total of 120 semester hours or 45 quarter hours for degrees that require a total of 180 quarter hours.

GS-04: Completion of 2 full academic years of education above high school OR an Associate's or equivalent degree.

Two full academic years post high school is defined as 60 credits for degrees that require a total of 120 semester hours or 90 quarter hours for degrees that require a total of 180 quarter hours.

TRANSCRIPTS are required at the time of application to verify satisfactory completion of education as part of the program eligibility and qualification requirements.

You must submit an unofficial transcript from your Institution attesting to your possession of the required education.

All unofficial transcripts must include the following: current overall GPA, enrollment status, major, and the number of credits for each course.

If you do not submit a transcript indicating your possession of the required education, you will not be considered for this position.

If you are enrolled for SPRING 2026 semester and do not have a transcript (e.g., a graduating high school student who is enrolled for a bachelor's degree program for SPRING 2026, in addition to your High School (or previous Degree) transcript, you MUST provide proof of acceptance or an enrollment letter from your Institution with your application.

If you do not submit the required documentation, you will not be considered for this position.

Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12913632 Major Duties:

  • Provide assistance to the supervisor in the preparation of a variety of health care administrative material.
  • Assist in reviewing reports and other health care program documents for correctness and verifying discrepancies with the appropriate office or individual.
  • Assist in assembling data and consolidating and preparing reports for assigned projects.
  • Assist higher level employees in evaluating the success of projects.
  • Complete administrative duties as needed to ensure smooth operation of the organization.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/18/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/18/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: HHS-CMS-IN-26-12913632