About the role#
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is seeking five interns for our Innovation & Development Team. This program provides hands-on experience in a corporate IT department across areas such as cybersecurity, data science, healthcare technology, and software development. You will work alongside IT professionals on real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Maintain and improve IT systems including hardware, software, and networks.
- Support the implementation and monitoring of security protocols to protect sensitive data.
- Participate in system programming projects by coding, debugging, and testing applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues for internal systems and end-users.
- Collaborate on network configuration and infrastructure upgrades.
- Research new technologies and provide recommendations.
- Document IT processes and configurations for team knowledge sharing.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or Information Systems.
- Junior-level academic standing by the end of Spring 2027.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- A basic understanding of data, networking, programming, or cybersecurity principles.
- Familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, or C++.
- Experience with Windows, Linux, or macOS operating systems.
- Preference is given to Mississippi residents or students enrolled in a Mississippi-based college or university.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located on-site in Flowood, Mississippi.
- The program runs for 10 to 12 weeks during the summer of 2027.
About Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is a nonprofit insurance organization based in Flowood, Mississippi. The company provides health and wellness benefits to members through partnerships with healthcare providers and employer groups. It employs approximately 355 people and maintains a staff size between 1,001 and 5,000 employees. The organization focuses on health management and community wellness initiatives throughout the state.
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