IT Training Program Associate (ELTP) – Mainframe

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The ELTP is a technical training program in Columbia, South Carolina. Participants complete an initial four- to five-month paid classroom training program designed to prepare entry-level IT professionals for careers in mainframe systems programming and support. The curriculum focuses primarily on COBOL application development, along with other languages and technologies. The systems supported are described as foundational to the IT department, processing billions of online transactions annually and supporting users and members across the United States. During training, participants learn technical and business concepts through classroom instruction, case studies, and collaborative activities. They analyze business and technical scenarios through field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences. Participants must successfully complete assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables. After program completion, participants are assigned to a department, expected to acquire additional knowledge and skills, and reclassified to the entry-level position appropriate for that area. The role involves a fast-paced, collaborative environment and may require action and support outside normal business areas. These positions are not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Associate degree in computer science or another IT job-related field obtained before July 1, 2027.
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.

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 to develop problem-solving skills and support business objectives.
Complete required assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables to demonstrate proficiency and readiness for Information Systems career opportunities.
After training, join an assigned department, acquire additional knowledge and skills, and transition to the entry-level position appropriate for the area.
Provide action and support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, potentially outside normal business areas.