Intern – Research & Data Operations

Company Description
TrueCareCost is an emerging healthcare technology platform dedicated to making medical pricing transparent and accessible. The organization’s mission is to empower patients and providers with tools to compare costs for procedures, tests, and treatments so they can make informed, cost-effective decisions. TrueCareCost is currently developing a user-friendly website and mobile app that will enable users to compare prices across hospitals, clinics, and labs, including insurance-adjusted pricing. In addition, TrueCareCost operates a Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) division that supports healthcare providers with billing, claims, and related operational processes. The platform is focused on helping individuals find affordable options without compromising quality, with a broader vision of healthcare decisions guided by clarity, affordability, and trust.
Role Description
This temporary, remote Intern – Research & Data Operations role supports the development of TrueCareCost’s healthcare pricing platform as well as its RCM division. The intern will assist in collecting, cleaning, and organizing healthcare pricing and provider data from multiple sources, while also contributing to data and operational tasks related to the RCM division. Daily tasks may include conducting online research, and supporting basic data analysis across both areas of the business.
In addition, the intern will make sales calls and follow-ups as part of outreach efforts to generate leads and support business development. The intern will collaborate with team members to document data sources, maintain data-quality standards, and help prepare simple reports or summaries for internal stakeholders.
This is primarily a non-monetary role that provides a work certificate upon successful completion. Performance-based incentives may be offered for successful lead generations. The position offers valuable exposure to healthcare technology, data operations, research processes, revenue cycle management, and sales outreach in a mission-driven environment.
Qualifications
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
Experience or coursework in data management and data analytics, including organizing, cleaning, and validating datasets.
Effective written and verbal communication skills to document findings, collaborate with cross-functional team members, and conduct professional sales calls and follow-ups.
Interest or foundational knowledge in business analysis, especially in understanding user needs, market trends, or pricing dynamics.
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Public Health, Economics, Business, Information Systems, or related discipline).
Comfort working independently in a remote environment, with reliable internet access and good time-management skills.
Familiarity with spreadsheets or basic data tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets); experience with analytics or visualization tools is a plus.
Interest in healthcare transparency, health technology, healthcare economics, or revenue cycle management is highly desirable.
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Health Informatics, Data Science, Computer Science, Public Health, Economics, or a related field preferred.

Work arrangement
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