Workers Compensation Board
State Office Building - 44 Hawley StreetBinghamton , NY 13901
Division/Unit: Operations
Web Site:
http://www.wcb.ny.gov
Student Assistant (ID: 105717) for Fall 2017
Agency/Facility
Binghamton , NY 13901
Proposal Information
Description:
The intern will be trained in how to process priority electronic mail and claims forms on the WCB Claims system. The work will involve older, backlogged inventory requiring both data entry and analysis of inquiries and requests for action on claims by various outside parties. They may also initially handle and route older, backlogged requests related to medical issues, wage replacement related to injured workers, and other important claims issues. The intern may handle minor, older medical provider related problems and inquiries, and may also be expected to provide administrative and program support to claims managers of various Board program areas.
The office is open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Skills:
Computer skills
Organizational skills
Data-analysis skills
Internship Areas: Planning/Analysis/Research
Logistical Information
Payment? Paid
Number of Hours: 30 or more
Location: Broome
Number of Interns Needed: 6
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Sophomore
Minimum Standing: Sophomore
Degree Concentrations: Health Services, Human Services, Social Science