IT Training Program Analyst (ELTP) – IT Services and Support

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

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. The program prepares entry-level IT professionals for careers in application and/or system development and support, including work involving the development, maintenance, security, and support of 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 activities to learn Information Systems processes, tools, and methodologies. They analyze business and technical scenarios through assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences. Participants must complete assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables to demonstrate proficiency and readiness for Information Systems career opportunities. After completing the program, participants are assigned to a department where their skills will be used, are expected to acquire additional knowledge and skills, and are reclassified to an entry-level position appropriate to their area. The role is in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and may require action and support outside normal business areas. These positions require a security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship to obtain.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in computer science or another IT-related field, obtained prior to July 1, 2027; or an associate degree in computer science or another IT-related field, obtained prior to 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.
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain the security clearance required for these positions.

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.
Develop knowledge of Information Systems processes, tools, and methodologies.
Analyze business and technical scenarios through field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences to develop problem-solving skills and support business objectives.
Successfully complete required assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables.
After program completion, join an assigned department, apply skills, acquire additional knowledge and skills, and transition to the appropriate entry-level position.
Provide action and support as needed outside normal business areas.