Summer 2027 Intern-Business Performance

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan offers an internship program designed to build analytical and business skills for undergraduate and graduate students. Interns gain practical experience in the health insurance industry, work on meaningful projects, and network with BCBSM leaders.

Interns assist in researching business problems, preparing materials, and supporting project teams across departments while developing a solid understanding of BCBSM’s products and data.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university program for the duration of the internship.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple projects.
• Able to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and BCBSM systems.

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.

Skills

AI tools familiarity

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate student GPA 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department Preferences

• Familiar with AI tools
• Preferred academic backgrounds: business administration, project management, data analytics, information systems, communications
• Strong organizational and high problem-solving abilities

The Internship Program at BCBSM is designed to enhance the skills and abilities of young professionals as well as to identify and attract future talent for our organization. Interns will gain practical hands-on work experience as well as a solid understanding of the health insurance industry. Our program is an excellent way for interns to get a good start on their careers by working on meaningful projects, learning valuable skills, and networking with employees throughout our organization, which could potentially allow interns to build a future career at BCBSM.

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.

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.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other grounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Candidates are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.