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LucyRx is seeking a motivated and creative AI Summer College Intern to join our team in Bethesda, MD. This is a unique opportunity to work directly alongside our executive leadership, marketing, and clinical teams to help design and develop innovative AI-powered products that support the LucyRx mission of transforming pharmacy benefits management. The intern will gain hands-on experience applying artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to real-world healthcare challenges in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
The internship runs through July 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension based on school schedule and program fit. Three-month term maximum.
Success in this role means delivering at least one working prototype or proof-of-concept, contributing to ongoing AI projects, and presenting findings and learnings to the team at the end of the internship.

This position is onsite in Bethesda, MD

Role and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with executive leadership, marketing, and clinical teams to build prototypes and proofs-of-concept that explore AI-driven product ideas aligned with the LucyRx mission.
• Support the design, development, and testing of AI-powered tools and features that improve the pharmacy benefits management experience for clients, members, and clinical partners.
• Assist with use case analysis and research on AI/ML trends, healthcare technology, and the competitive landscape to support the team's product work.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, product roadmap discussions, and cross-functional team meetings.
• Help create documentation, presentations, and visual assets to communicate AI product concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the creation of social media content for specific LucyRx initiatives, including employer brand, product announcements, and mission-driven campaigns, across Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok, with a strong intuition for platform-native formats, trends, and engagement strategies.
• Contribute to prompt engineering, data analysis, or workflow automation projects as assigned.
• Deliver one to two tangible outputs over the course of the internship (e.g., a working demo, proof-of-concept, or internal tool) and present findings to the team.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program, preferably pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data-driven product development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) a plus.
• Highly intuitive with social media platforms including Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok, with the ability to create platform-appropriate content that aligns with brand voice and campaign goals.
• Basic familiarity with Python, SQL, or data analysis (relevant coursework is sufficient).
• Ability to commit to the full internship term (through July 31, 2026), with potential for extension.

• Coursework or project experience in healthcare, public health, or pharmacy.
• Familiarity with pharmacy benefits management or the broader healthcare industry.
• Prior internship or project experience in a startup or high-growth environment.
• Exposure to prompt engineering, large language models, or AI product design.
• Demonstrated experience creating social media content across Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook, or TikTok for a brand, organization, or initiative, including short-form video, graphics, or copy.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a largely sedentary role; however, some standing, walking, bending, and reaching may be required. Regularly operates in an office setting which involves utilizing a computer, mouse, keyboard, and occasionally operates other standard office equipment such as a printer, copier, and phone. Minimal travel may be required.

What We Do

LucyRx is an independent, next-generation pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) transforming how healthcare works. We're fixing what's broken in the PBM industry by putting people first and challenging outdated norms. For too long, traditional PBMs have prioritized profit over patients, and we believe that's just plain wrong. LucyRx offers bold, innovative solutions powered by LucyIQ, our proprietary AI platform, to deliver actionable insights that lower costs, improve care, and simplify prescription management. While we're new to the PBM space, LucyRx is built on decades of leadership experience and a commitment to meaningful change. We're a nimble, remote-first team with a bold mission to redefine pharmacy benefits-and we're just getting started.

What It's Like to Work at LucyRx

At LucyRx, we're a fast-moving team dedicated to making healthcare simpler, fairer, and more effective. Joining us means being part of a dynamic, mission-driven group that works collaboratively to challenge outdated industry practices and redefine what's possible in pharmacy benefits. We value accountability, innovation, and a relentless focus on making an impact. Here, you'll find a supportive culture that encourages you to bring your whole self to work, share bold ideas, and grow alongside smart, driven colleagues who are passionate about fixing the PBM industry. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real difference, we'd love to have you on our team.
Salary:
$20.00 per hour