Workers Compensation Board
328 State StreetSchenectady , NY 12305
Division/Unit: Regulatory Affairs
Web Site:
http://www.wcb.ny.gov
Student Assistant (Data Research Analyst) (ID: 105224) for Summer 2017
Agency/Facility
Schenectady , NY 12305
Proposal Information
Description:
Analyze WCB eClaims data to determine patterns of data deficiencies in submission of First Report of Injury and Subsequent Report of Injury (FROI/SROI) transactions by workers' compensation insurance carriers or other trading partners. Using IAIABC's national EDI standard, research and report which areas of received claims data can be improved upon in order to enhance its overall quality. Draft communication to carriers and employers, including the New York State government pilot facilities, to confirm data already reported to the WCB and processes utilized to report FROI/SROI data. Provide simple statistical reports to document findings, show comparisons of varying carriers and employers, and draft suggestions to improve data collection. The typical hours and days of office operation is 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday.
Skills:
Research
Data mining in multiple computer prgms
Statistical analysis
Report writing
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Internship Areas: Planning/Analysis/Research, Policy Enforcement
Logistical Information
Payment? Paid
Number of Hours: 20 - 30
Location: Schenectady
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Senior
Minimum Standing: Sophomore
Degree Concentrations: Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Technology, Mathematics, Public Administration, Social Science