Healthcare Data Science Intern - Biostatistics Focus

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan offers a summer internship designed to strengthen data science and analytics skills within the health insurance industry. Interns gain hands-on experience, work on meaningful projects, and network with BCBSM leaders.

Interns will support research materials, perform data analyses, and collaborate across teams to improve program performance and cost outcomes. This paid internship emphasizes professional development and community engagement in Detroit.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student with a 3.0 GPA or higher required.
• Interns must be enrolled in a college/university or a Master’s/PhD program for the duration of the internship.
• Effective verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills to deal with multiple projects and priorities.
• Responsible for maintaining confidential information to the highest degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suites and applicable BCBSM systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing information and research materials to identify business problems, offer recommendations and assist management with implementation of solutions.
• Support leaders on projects designed to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.
• Develop and maintain a solid understanding of BCBSM business, products, programs, data, organizational structure, controls, research.
• Analyze business goals, objectives, and needs within the organization.
• Participate in networking events with BCBSM leaders and other interns.
• Engage in volunteer activities/community outreach to build knowledge of our communities and customers.
• Participate in department meetings and events (i.e. monthly Diversity and Inclusion events, department wide team building events, weekly meetings to ensure team alignment, etc.).

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SQL

Python

R

SAS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics/Data Science/Mathematics/Economics/Health Care/Information Systems

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAS

R

Python

SQL

Job description

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan offers a summer internship designed to strengthen data science and analytics skills within the health insurance industry. Interns gain hands-on experience, work on meaningful projects, and network with BCBSM leaders.

Interns will support research materials, perform data analyses, and collaborate across teams to improve program performance and cost outcomes. This paid internship emphasizes professional development and community engagement in Detroit.