The Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General was established to combat fraud, waste, and abuse in publicly funded Health and Human Services programs. The OIG Policy and Strategic Initiatives team supports this mission by providing OIG staff with policy guidance, making policy and contract recommendations, and evaluating and recommending potential future work (e.g., audits, inspections, investigations, data reviews).
We are seeking a thoughtful, curious intern to join the policy team for the 2024 summer semester. The internship offers the opportunity to gain real-world experience in policy research, critical thinking, data analysis and persuasive writing. The ideal candidate is a strong thinker and writer; is persistent, self-motivated, and organized; and has a passion for public service.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
N/A

Additional Information:
The OIG is responsible for preventing, detecting, auditing, inspecting, reviewing, and investigating fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of HHS in Medicaid and other HHS programs. Potential employees of OIG are subject to criminal background checks in accordance with the HHS Human Resources policy. Selected applicants must complete a national fingerprint-based criminal background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety (TDPS) and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) to determine if they have criminal history record information that constitutes a bar to employment.

MOS Code:
There may be no military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
Codes: 34A, 59A, IS, 25, 8840