Internship - Accounting Ops

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan•Lansing, MI

13h•$18 - $33

About The Position

SUMMARY: We are looking for a driven accounting intern who is ready for an immersive, real-world experience in Insurance and Healthcare who has a basic understanding of GAAP and financial principles. Under the supervision of your mentor, the Accounting Intern can expect to participate in the preparation of journal entries and financial reports, analyze budget to actual financial variances, learn about accounting software and the importance of data flows, and assist with other accounting activities. To be a strong Candidate you should be a motivated team player eager to learn who can maintain efficiency and accuracy when multitasking. Check out the Internships at Emergent Holdings video to learn more. JOB DESCRIPTION: Prepares and delivers presentation(s) on assigned topic(s). Attends unit, departmental, and corporate meetings as assigned. Shows learning and both personal and professional growth and understanding of responsibilities. Gains an understanding of how company and business work. Shows punctuality, professionalism, and a positive attitude when completing assignments. Manages multiple deadlines. Completes miscellaneous assignments as assigned. Use company software applications to complete assignments. Maintains confidentiality. Responds to internal and external customer inquiries. This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required. EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS: Have status as a sophomore, junior or senior as of the end of the spring term (or be enrolled in an applicable graduate program.) Have status as a rising freshman, at least 18 years-old, who is enrolled in or has completed a vocational insurance-related program, with some college credits. Hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better as of the most recent grading period. Be able to work full-time during normal business hours for this summer. Be available to begin employment between mid-May and mid-June. EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE: Currently enrolled and active in any educational degree program that aligns with our various businesses. EXPERIENCE: With proper education credentials no experience necessary. Previous work experience preferred. SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) REQUIRED: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent working knowledge of computers and company standard software; Internet research experience is strongly preferred. Ability to proofread documents for spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Ability to perform necessary mathematical computations. Ability to comprehend consequences of various situations and make appropriate individuals aware of same for decision making. Ability to exchange information clearly and concisely and to present ideas, report facts, and other information. Ability to establish workflows, manage multiple projects and meet necessary deadlines while maintaining composure during stressful situations occurring because of workloads and/or deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Requirements

Have status as a sophomore, junior or senior as of the end of the spring term (or be enrolled in an applicable graduate program.)
Have status as a rising freshman, at least 18 years-old, who is enrolled in or has completed a vocational insurance-related program, with some college credits.
Hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better as of the most recent grading period.
Be able to work full-time during normal business hours for this summer.
Be available to begin employment between mid-May and mid-June.
Currently enrolled and active in any educational degree program that aligns with our various businesses.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent working knowledge of computers and company standard software; Internet research experience is strongly preferred.
Ability to proofread documents for spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to perform necessary mathematical computations.
Ability to comprehend consequences of various situations and make appropriate individuals aware of same for decision making.
Ability to exchange information clearly and concisely and to present ideas, report facts, and other information.
Ability to establish workflows, manage multiple projects and meet necessary deadlines while maintaining composure during stressful situations occurring because of workloads and/or deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and delivers presentation(s) on assigned topic(s).
Attends unit, departmental, and corporate meetings as assigned.
Shows learning and both personal and professional growth and understanding of responsibilities.
Gains an understanding of how company and business work.
Shows punctuality, professionalism, and a positive attitude when completing assignments.
Manages multiple deadlines.
Completes miscellaneous assignments as assigned.
Use company software applications to complete assignments.
Maintains confidentiality.
Responds to internal and external customer inquiries.