Intern - New Sales
About The Position
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us. Program Duration Our internship program runs approximately 40 hours per week, from June 1st through mid-August. The Impact You Will Have This internship position supports the direct sales staff and internal sales team in facilitating the sales process. The role involves interaction with various internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in an educational program for the duration of the internship.
- Completed at least one year (2 semesters or credits equivalent) by the start of the internship.
- Undergraduate student currently enrolled as a junior or senior.
- R elevant coursework or experience in sales, marketing, or related fields.
- Application knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, OneNote
- Ability to communicate to all levels within the organization.
- Ability to gather, categorize and prioritize information.
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and a customer service orientation.
- Willingness to take initiative and learn new concepts and technical skills
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment, including being on-site at least 2 days per week.
Responsibilities
- Provide support to sales leads and Sales Advisors throughout the RFP/proposal process.
- Assist in coordinating internal resources (Product, underwriting, RFP, network, marketing, etc.) for the sales team.
- Gain knowledge assisting brokers/consultants and prospects to facilitate data gathering, RFP preparation, and overall sales process.
- Gain comprehensive knowledge of products and service options for clients.
- Assist in content creation for Strategic Sales Consultants and sales leaders for internal and external presentations.
- Assist in the creation and analysis of network financial information for sales leads.
- Support the execution of broker and consultant strategic plans.
- Aid the sales management team in achieving annual sales plans, membership, and financial targets, and maintaining strong broker/consultant relations.
Benefits
- Real project impact Dive into meaningful projects that matter. Your contributions will shape our success, and you’ll see the tangible results of your work.
- Enterprise-wide network Connect with individuals across the organization. Develop relationships, learn from diverse perspectives, and expand your professional network.
- Continuous learning Every day is a chance to learn. On-the-job experiences will sharpen your skills, accelerate your growth, and drive your career forward.
- Additional benefits include Planned personal and professional development events On-site caf é with breakfast, lunch, and grab-and-go options Free parking Business-casual attire On-site fitness center Hybrid environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
