IT Training Program Associate (ELTP) – Mainframe

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The 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 mainframe systems programming and support. The curriculum focuses primarily on COBOL application development, along with other languages and technologies. These mainframe systems process billions of online transactions annually and support users and members across the United States. During training, participants apply technical and business concepts through classroom instruction, case studies, and collaborative learning activities. They analyze business and technical scenarios in field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences. Participants must successfully complete assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables to demonstrate proficiency and readiness for Information Systems career opportunities. After successfully completing the program, participants are assigned to a technology area or department related to their field of study, where they will use their skills, acquire additional knowledge, and continue developing their careers through mentoring, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. Participants are reclassified to the entry-level position appropriate for their assigned area. The role is in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and may require action and support outside normal business areas. The position requires a security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Requirements

An associate's 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.
U.S. citizenship, required to obtain the security clearance required for the position.

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.
Successfully complete required assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables.
After training, apply skills in an assigned department and acquire additional knowledge and skills.
Provide action and support as needed in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, including outside normal business areas.