About the role#
This internship provides hands-on work experience within the health insurance industry. You will work on projects designed to help you build professional skills while learning about our business, products, and organizational structure. The program includes networking events with company leaders, volunteer opportunities, and regular department meetings.
What you'll do#
- Research business problems and prepare information to help management implement solutions.
- Support projects aimed at improving organizational efficiency.
- Analyze business goals and objectives.
- Build a working knowledge of BCBSM products, data, and internal controls.
- Participate in community outreach and networking events.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD program with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Curiosity and the ability to manage changing priorities.
Location & details#
- Location: Detroit, Michigan.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12 weeks).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Travel: You must be able to travel between offices in Detroit, Lansing, Grand Rapids, and Traverse City, as well as to customer locations as needed.
- Employment: Full time, paid position.
About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is a nonprofit corporation that provides health insurance coverage. Based in Detroit, the organization operates as an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. It offers services including medicare and corporate wellness programs. The company employs over 10,000 people.
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