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Meet Harsha, our summer associate from the Rochester Institute of Technology! “I joined EmblemHealth’s Information Technology team this summer because I’m passionate about health care and applying my skills to the field. I’m gaining real world experience in cybersecurity to start my career. I’m also making lasting connections here at EmblemHealth.” -Harsha Philip, Summer Associate
Meet Enid, our summer associate from Rutgers University! “Being a part of EmblemHealth’s Quality Management team means I’m learning about the different programs that are serving communities throughout NYC. I’m interested in population health, and I want to engage with community stakeholders in designing high-quality programs to meet the unique needs of their individual neighborhoods. I’m having an excellent experience.” -Enid Moore, Summer Associate
Meet Katherine, our summer associate from Fordham University! “I believe in EmblemHealth’s mission to create healthier futures for their customers, patients, and communities. I’m learning how the Legal team collaborates with other business units to support this mission. This summer, I’m gaining a better understanding of health care law. I’m enjoying working with the Legal team and participating in career development activities.” -Katherine Heaney, Summer Associate
Meet Sakinah, our summer associate from the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy! “I’m excited to be working with EmblemHealth’s Provider Network & Population Health team. Being a summer associate is a special opportunity that I would not be able to find anywhere else. As a young professional pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH), the design of the summer associate program made it easy for me to say ‘yes’. I’m gaining experience working and making strong connections with my EmblemHealth team members.” -Sakinah Holmes, Summer Associate
Meet Paul, our summer associate from Villanova University! “I like working with EmblemHealth’s Actuarial team because I like the welcoming atmosphere here, and the greater purpose of working for one of the largest not-for-profit health insurers. I feel a strong connection to the company’s culture. I’m gaining effective work experience in actuarial health care while growing my skillset and building strong relationships with colleagues. It’s exciting to see what a potential career as a health care actuary looks like, as well as understanding how I can make a difference in the company and the greater community.” -Paul Gaynor, Summer Associate
Meet Shivani, our summer associate from Rutgers University! “My role on EmblemHealth’s Medical Management team is giving me cross-functional work experience on projects that are improving care. I’m gaining a better understanding of the insurance industry. I love that the company provides health and wellness programs to the communities they serve, allowing individuals to focus their energy on living their life to the fullest. It’s exciting to be a part of a company that helps enable this!” -Shivani Doshi, Summer Associate
Meet Jonathan, our summer associate from Binghamton University! “I’m excited about my summer associate role with the Pharmacy team. I have a strong interest in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in medication therapy management (MTM). I want to improve patient care through MTM. This summer, I’m gaining a deeper understanding of MTM, managed care pharmacy principles, and adherence management. This experience is helping me grow as a pharmacy student!” - Jonathan Bryan, Summer Associate
Meet Darlaney, our summer associate from the University of Connecticut! “Being a part of the Operations team is giving me insight into many roles and responsibilities team members can have in the health care industry. EmblemHealth is giving me the opportunity to grow my technical expertise, and to gain experience and knowledge while serving the community. I’m growing and learning as a professional from working alongside so many talented individuals here.” -Darlaney Chanthinith, Summer Associate
Meet Ashley, our summer associate from the University of Connecticut! “I have a personal connection to EmblemHealth. It was my insurance carrier when I was a child. Being able to use my skills now to assist the Compliance team in helping the company steer clear of regulatory risk is amazing. Additionally, the company has a clear commitment to diversity and inclusion, which is very important to me. Working with the Compliance team is allowing me to hone my skills for assessing information, anticipating issues, and translating complex legal requirements into practical, actionable plans.” -Ashley Basnight, Summer Associate
In honor of Pride Month 2022, Prism, our employee resource group for LGBTQ+ colleagues and allies, gathered to focus on the LGBTQ+ community’s journey in law and society. Prism leaders Debra Lightner and Greg Rider, CPTD, CHC (he/his) hosted a program that featured employees Carly Borenkind, LCSW, speaking to the significant impact that marriage equality has had on her life, and Karla Duffy addressing the challenges faced by her LGBTQ+ children as they make a life in a state that has passed anti-LGBTQ+ policies. "Legislation like Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law contributes to the increased suicide risk among LGBTQ+ youth," Carla commented. Heather Betz, director of NY Lesbian and Gay Law Project at New York Legal Assistance Group, also joined for a celebration of LGBTQ+ legal accomplishments and historic precedent. GREGORY L. JOHNSON was on hand to introduce featured speaker Judith M Kasen-Windsor, widow of LGBTQ+ cultural icon Edie Windsor, to address Edie’s legacy, now on display at the New-York Historical Society.
