Company: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Title: Healthcare Analytics Intern: Starts Summer 2027 Location: Omaha, NE Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Full time Sidebar Info: On the cutting edge of the health care industry, helping Nebraskans in moments of joy, times of hardship and the steps in between. We are Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE), and we exist to be there for people when they need us. Our goal is to add more good, healthy years to people’s lives by supporting our customers and the Nebraska community at large. We have more than 80 years of experience behind us. And a bright future ahead as we continuously innovate to drive health care forward while meeting the needs of our members and state. If you’re passionate about helping people along their health journeys, we invite you to explore our career offerings. Here, you will find opportunities to grow personally and professionally while making a difference for our customers and greater Nebraska community.
Job Description: At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, we are a mission-driven organization dedicated to championing the health and well-being of our members and the communities we serve.Our team is the power behind that promise. And, as the industry rapidly evolves and we seek ways to optimize business processes and customer experiences, there’s no greater time for forward-thinking professionals like you to join us in delivering on it! As a member of Team Blue, you’ll find purpose, opportunities and the support you need to build a meaningful career and make a powerful impact in our community.Are you interested in how hospitals and healthcare organization reimbursement for patient care is determined and applied? This internship offers an opportunity to learn about this, while providing hands-on experience with healthcare financial data, claims management, reimbursement methodologies, and impact model reporting while developing data analytics and business intelligence skills.As a Healthcare Analytics Intern (Value-Based Program), you will work alongside value-based care and reimbursement professionals to support the analysis, reporting, and administration of value-based care programs. This role provides hands-on experience with healthcare analytics, financial performance measurement, provider reimbursement models, and healthcare operations while developing skills in data analysis, reporting, and process improvement.Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is a Partner of Choice for the Nebraska University System. Our Interns work a hybrid schedule and spend some days working on-site at our Omaha office located in Aksarben Village. Therefore, you will need to live within commuting distance from Wednesday, May 26 – Friday, July 30, 2027.What You'll Do:Learn how healthcare claims data, provider reimbursement, population health, and value-based care programs are used to support business decisions.Build an understanding of how health insurance companies and healthcare providers work together to improve quality, member experience, and cost of care.Help create reports and dashboards that track trends in quality, cost, utilization, and financial performance.Support business processes and workflows that help value-based care programs run effectively.Assist with reviewing program performance, incentive payment calculations, and cost and utilization trends.Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries that help share key findings in a clear and meaningful way.To be considered for this position you must have:Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Analytics, Finance, Information Systems, Public Health, or a related field.The strongest candidates for this position will also possess:Experience using Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, or data analysis tools.Familiarity with SQL, Databricks, or Power BI –or a willingness to learn.Interest in healthcare finance, reimbursement, contracting, revenue cycle, or healthcare operations.Curiosity and strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with an interest in learning how to apply them in a healthcare business setting.What You'll Learn:How healthcare claims data is used to analyze trends and support business decisions.The basics of value-based care, provider reimbursement, and alternative payment models.How cost, quality, utilization, and financial performance are measured in healthcare.How dashboards and reports are developed to share data insights.How population health strategies support better outcomes and member experience.How health insurance companies and healthcare providers work together to improve outcomes and manage costs.How business processes and program administration support value-based care initiatives.How to communicate analytical insights through reports, presentations, and summaries.#LI-DNPLearn more about what makes BCBSNE such an exceptional place to work by visiting NebraskaBlue.com/Careers.We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better workplace for our employees and a better product for our customers and members.
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska provides health insurance, dental insurance, and Medicare supplement plans. Founded in 1939, the company operates as a nonprofit organization based in Omaha. It employs over 1,100 people to support its patient-focused care initiatives. The company maintains a local presence by serving customers throughout Nebraska.
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