CW Value Based Operations Analyst Intern (Spring 2027)

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Inc. invites applications for a Value Based Operations Intern. The role focuses on administering and analyzing value-based healthcare programs, with hands-on experience in reimbursement, payment methods, data analysis and process improvement.

You'll work alongside analysts, monitor program performance, assist with reporting, and support operational projects that drive value-based care decisions. Louisiana residency or relocation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree program or recent graduate in statistics, accounting, finance, math, business, healthcare administration or related field.
• GPA 3.5+ preferred; minimum 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Support administration and analysis of value-based healthcare programs.
• Assist with program performance monitoring, payment and billing reconciliation, reporting.
• Help with data analysis and process improvement projects for value-based care.
• Collaborate with analysts and partners to support business decisions.

Skills

MS Office Suite

SQL basics

PowerBI

Analytical thinking

Oral and written communication

Education

Senior undergrad / recent grad in statistics or related field

GPA 3.0 overall (3.5+ preferred)

Tools

MySQL

SQL Server

Teradata

Job description

We take great strides to ensure our employees have the resources to live well, be healthy, continue learning, develop skills, grow professionally and serve our local communities.

Residency in or relocation to Louisiana is preferred for all positions.

Job Duties

The Value Based Operations Intern will support the administration and analysis of value-based healthcare programs. This role provides hands-on experience with alternative reimbursement, payment and billing methodologies, healthcare operations, data analysis, reporting, and process improvement. Working alongside Value Based Operations analysts and business partners, the intern will assist with program performance monitoring, payment and billing reconciliation, reporting, and operational projects that help improve value-based care programs and support business decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Degree program(s) / Current Status: Senior level undergraduate, recent graduate or graduate level student in statistics, accounting, finance, math, business administration, healthcare administration, computer science or related field. Previous internship experience is not required but preferred.
• Cumulative GPA: 3.5+ GPA preferred; minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Other Qualifications

• Must have proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel).
• Must have basic working knowledge of SQL.
• Preferred experience working with databases (MySQL, SQLServer, Teradata, etc.).
• Preferred experience working with data visualization software (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.).
• Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication abilities.
• Must be able to think analytically and present ideas professionally.
• Self-motivated, adaptable to a changing work environment, and team-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Undergraduates and Graduate Level students must be able to work 20 hours/week during the Spring/Fall semesters and 30-35 hours/week during the summer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Information

Please be sure to monitor your email frequently for communications you may receive during the recruiting process. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those most qualified will be contacted.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

In support of our mission to improve the health and lives of Louisianians, we encourage the good health of its employees and visitors. We want to ensure that our employees have a work environment that will optimize personal health and well-being.

Due to the acknowledged hazards from exposure to environmental tobacco smoke, and in order to promote good health, our company properties are smoke and tobacco free.

We perform background and pre-employment drug screening after an offer has been extended and prior to hire for all positions. As part of this process records may be verified and information checked with agencies including but not limited to the Social Security Administration, criminal courts, federal, state, and county repositories of criminal records, Department of Motor Vehicles and credit bureaus. Pursuant with sec 1033 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, individuals who have been convicted of a felony crime involving dishonesty or breach of trust are prohibited from working in the insurance industry unless they obtain written consent from their state insurance commissioner. Additionally, we are a Drug Free Workplace. A pre-employment drug screen will be required and any offer is contingent upon satisfactory drug testing results.

Company Mission

To improve the health and lives of Louisianians.

Company Vision

To be the market leader that delivers unsurpassed value to our customers through partnerships across the healthcare system.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is incorporated as Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity company and is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is licensed to sell products only in the state of Louisiana.