Overview
This internship centers on researching and developing advanced healthcare informatics solutions with a specialization in Agentic AI—AI systems capable of autonomous reasoning, decision-making, and goal-directed behavior. The intern will explore applications of Agentic and Generative AI in healthcare, supporting improvements in treatment, payment, and operations. You will play a key role in developing, analyzing, and collaborating on agentic AI projects, and work closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovative research and practical implementation in healthcare environments.
Responsibilities
Technical Expertise
Demonstrates a strong understanding of technology trends, research, and emerging technologies relevant to the healthcare industry, particularly in Generative AI.
Assists in developing and improving LLMs and ML tools used across the organization.
Assists in establishing and maintaining an Artificial Intelligence Governance Program.
Gain hands-on experience in generative AI model development, architecture design, and database management.
Conduct research on Agentic AI models and their potential impact on healthcare workflows and decision-making.
Assist in designing, developing, and testing autonomous AI agents and generative AI systems tailored for healthcare informatics.
Support efforts to establish and maintain an Artificial Intelligence Governance Program with a focus on agentic AI ethics and safety.
Communication & Collaboration
Communicates technology-related updates and requirements to other departments and contributes to presentations for senior management.
Collaborates with research and development teams, product management, and strategic analysts to support ongoing projects.
Leadership & Management
Partners with Business Units to provide reliable intelligence, validated technology options, and insights on enterprise and industry trends.
Supports technology project teams by coordinating specific tasks, assisting with day-to-day operations, and contributing to the successful delivery of solutions.
Assists in collaborative efforts with academic research teams, practicums, internships, and vendor POCs.
External Relationships & Partnerships
Supports vendor evaluations and contributes to collaborations with vendors.
Assists as a liaison between academic institutions, professional organizations, and research groups as needed.
Other
Complete all responsibilities and goals outlined in the internship program.
Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned.
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this internship. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required and does not constitute an employment agreement. This job description is subject to change as Cotiviti’s needs and requirements of the internship evolve.
Qualifications
Currently pursuing or recently completed an advanced degree in healthcare, technology, or a related field (e.g., Biomedical Informatics, Computer Science, AI, etc.) with preference of a PhD.
Demonstrated interest or experience in AI, healthcare technology, or informatics research.
Strong foundational knowledge in generative AI model development, architectures, and vector databases.
Hands-on experience with working with Machine Learning and Deep Learning models. Experience with LLM/RAG models and LLM fine-tuning is a plus.
Hands-on experience working with cloud services (AWS/Azure), large data sets, and building data pipelines for ML solutions. Experience with vector embeddings and databases is a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Mental Requirements:
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.
Must be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance.
No adverse environmental conditions are expected.
Base compensation ranges from $32.00 to $40.00 per hour. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs.
Nonexempt employees are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hours in a given week, or as otherwise required by applicable state law.
Date of posting: 4/15/2026
Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. We anticipate that the application window will close on 08/15/2026, but the application window may change depending on the volume of applications received or close immediately if a qualified candidate is selected.
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