Summer Marketing Student Intern

BlueCross and BlueShield of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship opportunities

Volunteer and networking opportunities

Paid holidays during internship

PTO accrual

Subsidized health plans

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers

Employee Assistance programs

National discounts

Job summary

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is offering a 12-week Summer Internship in Columbia, SC, on-site at 4101 Percival Road. This full-time internship (40 hours/week) runs May 17–August 6, 2027, providing real-world industry exposure and hands-on tasks across departments.

You will work under supervision, maintain documents and data, use various systems, and participate in trainings, projects, and networking events to learn about the healthcare insurance industry and build practical skills for

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Currently enrolled in college pursuing a 4-year degree.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and basic data tasks.
• Interest in marketing, research, or analytics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tasks across departments under supervision.
• Maintain documents, spreadsheets, databases, or related items.
• Use various systems and tools to perform research and support projects.
• Participate in department training and learn best practices.
• Support team with everyday tasks to understand business operations.
• Attend volunteering and networking events to learn about the industry.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Planning

Active listening

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

College enrollment (4-year degree)

Business or related field coursework

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Analytics

Power BI

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 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 your 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).
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Business Analytics, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Interest in brand marketing, digital marketing, communications, or market research.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics, Power BI, or similar tools is a plus.

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 protected veterans. It is our policy to provide e