Summer Accounting Intern - On-Site Mentorship

033 Palmetto GBA; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and exposure to industry‑le

Volunteer and networking opportunities

Paid holidays during the internship

Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual

Subsidized health plans and dental and

On‑site cafeterias and fitness centers

Employee Assistance programs

National discounts to movies, theaters

Job summary

Palmetto GBA is offering a 12-week Summer Internship in Columbia, SC, from May 17 to August 6, 2027. Work 40 hours per week on-site in a professional environment to gain real-world experience in healthcare administration.

Positions require US citizenship due to security clearance. You'll rotate through departments, perform tasks, and participate in trainings and networking events to learn about the healthcare insurance industry and company operations.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Training, tasks, and technologies you use will vary based on the area you work in.
• Under direct supervision, you will complete tasks for maintaining information used in the department.
• 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.

Skills

Strong oral communication

Strong written communication

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical or critical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Palmetto GBA is offering a 12-week Summer Internship in Columbia, SC, from May 17 to August 6, 2027. Work 40 hours per week on-site in a professional environment to gain real-world experience in healthcare administration.

Positions require US citizenship due to security clearance. You'll rotate through departments, perform tasks, and participate in trainings and networking events to learn about the healthcare insurance industry and company operations.