Summer 2027 Intern-Labor Relations

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan offers an Internship Program designed to grow skills and identify future talent. Interns gain hands-on experience, learn about the health insurance industry, and work on meaningful projects while networking across the organization.

As an intern, you will assist in preparing research materials, support leadership on efficiency projects, and develop a solid understanding of BCBSM’s business and products.

Qualifications

• Undergrad or grad student with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Must be enrolled for duration of internship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinker who can work independently or in a team.
• Excellent organizational skills for multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing information and research materials to identify business problems and offer recommendations.
• Support leaders on projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain understanding of BCBSM business, products, data, and structure.
• Analyze business goals and needs within the organization.
• Participate in networking events with BCBSM leaders and other interns.
• Engage in volunteer activities to build knowledge of communities and customers.
• Participate in department meetings and events.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

GPA 3.0+

Enrollment in college/university or Master’s/PhD program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 14931
• Job Category Multi-divisional
• Legal Employer Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company