Summer Actuarial Student Intern

BlueCross and BlueShield of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Paid holidays during internship

PTO accrual

Subsidized health plans

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers

Employee discounts

Job summary

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is offering a 12-week summer internship in Columbia, SC (may also be available in Fort Wayne, IN or Roseville, MN). The role runs 40 hours per week, on-site, from May 17 to August 6, 2027.

You will gain real-world industry experience, work under supervision, and participate in department training and networking events. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication, organization, and analytical thinking.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; detail-oriented.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Good planning and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong listening skills and ability to follow directions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining documents, spreadsheets, databases, or related items.
• Use various systems and tools to perform research and support projects.
• Participate in training to build knowledge in chosen area.
• Learn business operations and workflows by assisting staff.
• Engage in volunteering and networking events to learn about the healthcare insurance industry.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Discretion with confidential info

Planning and multitasking

Active listening

Education

College enrollment toward a 4-year degree

Actuarial exam prep (Exam P/FM)

Tools

SQL

Python

R

SAS

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

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.

Description

Location: This is a full-time internship position (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday working on-site from May 17 - August 6, 2027, in an office environment. We have opportunities in Columbia, South Carolina and Fort Wayne, Indiana or Roseville, Minnesota. You must be able to work on-site 5 days/week in one of these locations 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 study and must be currently enrolled in college and working towards 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., Actuarial Science, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, etc.).
• Demonstrated interest in an actuarial career.
• Completion of at least one actuarial exam (Exam P or Exam FM preferred).
• Experience with data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, R, SAS, or Power BI.

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

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 prot