Summer Accounting/Finance Student Intern

001 BlueCross and BlueShield of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Volunteer network

Paid holidays during the internship

PTO accrual

Health/dental/vision coverage

On-site facilities

Employee assistance

National discounts

Job summary

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina invites applications for a 2027 Summer Internship in Columbia. This full-time, 12-week program runs May 17 to August 6, 2027, on-site at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC.

You will work 40 hours per week with an assigned team to gain hands-on experience in the healthcare insurance industry. You will perform training, maintain documents and data, support projects, and report on area statistics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical or critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Good planning and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong listening skills and ability to follow directions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Engage in training and tasks across departments.
• Maintain documents, spreadsheets, databases, or related items.
• Use systems and tools to perform research and support projects.
• Participate in department training to build knowledge.
• Assist with area tasks to learn procedures and best practices.
• Communicate with other areas of the company.
• Create, present, or report area statistics and insights.
• Learn the business operations and help with daily tasks.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Discretion with confidential info

Planning and multi-tasking

Active listening

Following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join one of Columbia’s top employers for our 2027 Summer Internship! This is an exciting opportunity to gain real-world, industry experience and the first step towards building a long-lasting, stable career after graduation. Working with your assigned team, the Student Intern will embark on a professional development journey, gaining hands‑on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment. Your responsibilities will evolve based on the needs of the department and your growing expertise.

Location

This is a full‑time internship position (40 hours/week) Monday‑Friday working on‑site at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229, from May 17 – August 6, 2027, in an office environment. You must be able to work on‑site 5 days/week in Columbia throughout the 12‑week internship.

What You’ll Do

• Training, tasks, and technologies you use will vary based on the area you work in.
• Working under direct supervision, you will complete tasks for maintaining information used in the department.
• This could include maintaining documents, spreadsheets, databases, or related items.
• You will utilize various systems and tools to perform research and assist with projects as needed and follow established procedures.
• You will participate in department training designed to help you acquire applicable knowledge and skills in your area of study.
• You will complete area tasks that are conducive to learning the departmental procedures and applying industry/field best practices.
• You may communicate with other areas of the company.
• You may create, present, and/or report on area statistics and/or knowledge acquired.
• You will perform tasks that help in learning the business area and which provide an overall view of company operations.
• Assist other staff members with everyday tasks in order to gain an understanding of business operations and workflow.
• You will participate in a variety of volunteering and networking events, presentations, and discussions to learn more about the healthcare insurance industry.

To Qualify for this Position, You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical or critical thinking skills.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Good planning and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong listening skills and the ability to follow directions and ask questions to ensure a productive internship.
• Microsoft Office.

We Prefer that You Have

• Minimum of 12 semester hours earned in the field of accounting or a combination of accounting and finance credits and must be currently enrolled in college and working toward obtaining a 4‑year degree.
• Have completed at least two years of academic study (rising junior or senior).
• Skills and/or experience related to your area of interest (e.g. accounting, business, or finance, etc.).

What We Can Do For You

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers, and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

The benefits of interning with us include

• Mentorship and exposure to industry‑leading experts
• Volunteer and networking opportunities
• Paid holidays during the internship
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
• Subsidized health plans and dental and vision coverage
• On‑site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Employee Assistance programs
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks, and more

What To Expect Next

After submitting your application, our recruiting team will review your resume and transcript to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include email communication(s) and/or an interview to verify resume specifics and interests. Prioritization will be given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy‑related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis. We participate in E‑Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Welcome Here’s Your Smart Career Move Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies?

Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. Business and political climates may change, but we’re stronger than ever. Our A.M. Best rating is A+ (Superior) — making us the only health insurance company in South Carolina with that rating. We’re the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers.

Veterans Welcome!

BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We’ve found the dedication, work ethic and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more. Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson. If you are a full‑time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty.