Communications Intern - Interns Elevated Program - Minnetonka, MN

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UnitedHealth Group ("UHG") is a Fortune 5 diversified health care company that generates over $300 billion in revenue and employs ~400,000 diverse team members. UHG is comprised of two distinct, but strategically aligned businesses : UnitedHealthcare ("UHC") and Optum. UnitedHealthcare is the largest U.S. health insurer, serving over 50 million members and enables better health outcomes for its members. Optum is UHG's health services platform and provides health care administrative support and employs more physicians than any other medical group in the country. Optum serves nearly 130 million Americans.

• This internship is an 8-month rotational program, with candidates working full-time, 40 hours per week from June 2, 2026 - August 7th 2026 and then part-time, approximately 20 hours per week through the remainder of the program. To be eligible, candidates must be able to commit to the full 8-month rotation schedule. Candidates will be working on-site at UnitedHealth Group's corporate campus in Eden Prairie, MN during the full-time summer portion and will have the opportunity to work remotely for the remainder of the program
• UnitedHealth Group is not able to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a communications intern to join our Interns Elevated program, reporting into the Enterprise Communications team.

On the Enterprise Communications team - we enhance the company reputation with key audiences including investors, policymakers, consumers, patients and employees. You will learn to develop dynamic content and bring stories to life across a variety of channels while navigating the complexities of being a part of a Fortune 5 company. In addition, you will help to advance our mission and drive growth for the company.

Our Interns Elevated program will give current sophomores, who will be rising juniors summer 2026, the opportunity to participate in a 8-month rotational program with the potential to extend the internship into a second year. This program will rotate through each of our businesses (UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare and Optum). Interns will work full-time in the spring / summer and part-time during the school year.

This position follows a hybrid schedule withfour in-office days per week.

Primary Responsibilities :

Writing and creation of content across multiple channels on a variety of topics including growth, employee benefits & programs, mission and culture

Support the Social Media team to create strategic targeted social media campaigns in support of the owned channels

Support the planning and execution of executive events

Support teams on campaign activations including content creation for multiple channels and post activation reporting

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.

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Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $18.00 to $32.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.