Future Leaders Intern

                                     Office of MaineCare Services

                                     Future Leaders Program

MaineCare Overview: The Office of MaineCare Services (OMS) has primary responsibility for administering Medicaid program throughout the state of Maine. These responsibilities include; development of coverage policy, provider and member support, provider reimbursement, quality assurance, and pharmacy benefits. MaineCare provides reimbursement for more than 250,000 members for a wide variety of medical, behavioral health, and medically-related social services.

Program Overview: OMS is seeking students to join the Future Leaders program! This internship program offers a flexible, part-time work experience located in Augusta. The Future Leaders program will provide applicants with a professional, hands-on leadership experience relative to their program of study. Assigned work is project based and self-lead; students will be expected to exemplify strong critical thinking and time-management skills. Each position will be tailored to promising candidates and will comprise of meaningful work, resulting in a real impact throughout the State. The program also affords students the opportunity to work with other program peers on a meaningful group project that will be presented to senior leadership at the end of the term. This program runs during Spring, Summer and Fall semesters with students working either part or full-time. Compensation is based on student’s level of education.  Interns may work fully remote but we do prefer hybrid candidates or at least with the ability to attend final presentations in person at the end of the program. 

Applicant Requirements

§ Enrolled in an accredited college degree program – minimum 30 credits completed

§ Demonstrates leadership abilities

§ Interest in state government

§ Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

§ Proficient in Microsoft Office

§ Ability to independently and collaboratively prioritize, drive results, and meet deadlines

§ Excellent written and interpersonal skills

§ Ability to plan work and manage time effectively

Possible Degree Programs of Applicants

Business Administration

Management

Public Administration

Marketing

Communications

Public Relations

Digital Marketing Management

Health Information Management

Financial Accounting

Public Accounting

Governmental Accounting

Managerial Accounting

Financial Analysis

Insurance

Economics

Mathematics

Computer Information Systems

Data Science

Software Development

Web Design and Development

Information Systems Security (ISS)

Cyber Security / Cyber Forensics

Applied Electronics and Computer Technology

Nursing

Medical Assisting