IT Training Program Analyst (ELTP) – IT Services and Support - Palmetto GBA

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

12h

About The Position

The Entry-Level Training Program (ELTP) is a technical training program in Columbia, South Carolina. Participants begin with 4 to 5 months of paid classroom training designed to prepare entry-level IT professionals for careers in application and/or system development and support. The program covers areas responsible for developing, maintaining, securing, and supporting corporate and subsidiary websites, voice response units, desktop applications, and infrastructure platforms. The curriculum includes application development and deployment, IT service management, scripting, automation, networking, and security. During training, participants apply technical and business concepts through classroom instruction, case studies, and collaborative learning activities. Field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences develop problem-solving skills and support business objectives. Participants must successfully complete assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables. After successful completion, participants are assigned to a department, continue developing their skills, and are reclassified to the appropriate entry-level position. The work takes place in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and may require action and support outside normal business areas. The positions are not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or another IT job-related field obtained before July 1, 2027; or an associate degree in computer science or another IT job-related field obtained before July 1, 2027, plus two years of job-related IT experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under close supervision and as part of a team.
Attention to detail.
Ability to complete assigned work in a timely manner.
Microsoft Office skills.
Successful completion of required program assessments, presentations, projects, and other deliverables.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated initiative in recent activities or studies related to technology.
IT internship experience.

Responsibilities

Apply technical and business concepts through classroom instruction, case studies, and collaborative learning activities.
Analyze business and technical scenarios through field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences.
Complete required assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables to demonstrate proficiency and readiness for Information Systems opportunities.
After training, join an assigned department and acquire additional knowledge and skills.
Provide action and support that may extend beyond normal business areas.