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How much do health informatics internships jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for health informatics internships in Chicago, IL is $85,276.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $101,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a health informatics internship?

A Health Informatics Internship is a temporary position that allows students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in managing healthcare data, technology, and systems. Interns may work on projects related to electronic health records (EHRs), data analysis, system implementation, or healthcare IT support. They often collaborate with healthcare professionals and IT teams to improve patient care and data integrity. These internships provide valuable industry exposure and can be a stepping stone to careers in health informatics, data analytics, or healthcare IT.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a health informatics internship?

As a Health Informatics Intern, you may assist with analyzing healthcare data to identify trends, help implement or optimize electronic health record systems, and support quality improvement initiatives. You could also participate in data cleansing, report generation, or contribute to research projects aimed at improving healthcare delivery. Interns often work closely with IT professionals, healthcare providers, and data analysts, providing opportunities for collaboration and learning. These responsibilities are designed to give you hands-on experience that is directly applicable to a career in health informatics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a health informatics internship?

To thrive in Health Informatics Internships, candidates typically need a background in health sciences or information technology, analytical skills, and familiarity with data management processes. Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems, data analysis software like SQL or Excel, and knowledge of HIPAA regulations or relevant certifications is often expected. Strong communication, problem-solving, and adaptability are standout soft skills in this position. These skills are crucial for effectively managing health data, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting the improvement of healthcare delivery through technology.

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Infographic showing various Health Informatics Internships job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 74% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,276 per year, or $41 per hour.

Consulting Analyst - Health Strategy, Provider Advisory - Campus 2027

Guidehouse

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

$51K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Guidehouse rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 72 rated business consultants


Job description

Job Family:

Management Consulting, Strategy & Transformation Consulting (Payer Provider)


Travel Required:

Up to 75%+


Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse's Health Strategy team advises and helps Payer/Provider clients execute on strategic planning, business model strategy, operating model strategy / design, competitive agility, enterprise transformation, cost reductions / ZBx, M&A, service line strategy, product strategy, and innovation. Strategy at Guidehouse works with C-suite executives, business leaders, and boards of directors of the nation's leading commercial and public sector organizations. With a relentless focus on helping them 'Outwit Complexity' facing their industry, business, workforce, consumers, and communities, Strategy helps organizations drive profitable growth, reduce costs, elevate competitive positioning, transform into new performance frontiers, and achieve value-accretive, sustainable outcomes. Our Strategy service line focuses on cutting through the ambiguity, shaping the future, and architecting the transformational pathways for our clients to advance and prosper with resilience.

Consulting Analysts support project teams both on client engagements (on and off-site) and internal projects. Responsibilities will include client and project management, data and information analysis, solution implementation and generation of project results. As a Consulting Analyst a key function of your role will be to support the development and creation of quality deliverables that support essential project workstreams. You will gather and analyze data, identify gaps and trends, and make recommendations related to baseline performance and structure, as well as established best practices and benchmarks.

We encourage career development and hiring for the long term. As a Consulting Analyst, you will follow a clearly defined career path and continue to deepen your specialized industry knowledge and consulting skills. As you develop project management skills and leadership abilities, you will have the opportunity to progress to the Consultant level.

What You Will Need:

  • Minimum Years of Experience: 0 years

  • Minimum Degree Status: Undergraduate Degree (Must still be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program through Fall 2026 and graduate by Summer 2027)

  • Would not require sponsorship now or anytime in the future to work in the United States; Students possessing F-1 or J-1 visas are excluded from interview schedules or being hired for this position.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Degree concentration in Business, Business Administration, Management, Business Analytics, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Health Administration, Health Informatics, Health Management, or similar is preferred

  • Previous internship or work experience preferred

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Knowledge of Business Analytics software Access, SAS or R, and/or SQL

  • Strong knowledge of and application of healthcare research resources

  • Strong quantitative and organizational skills

  • Must be able to demonstrate written and oral communication and presentation skills

  • Excellent quantitative analysis skills

  • Ability to translate data into graphic or visual representations

  • Some travel may be required from time to time, depending on client needs

The annual salary range for this position is $51,000.00-$85,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.


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