January 2027 SkillBridge Intern (Military Engagement Advisor) Open to Active Duty US Military Only

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

About The Position

Blue Cross NC’s Department of War (DoW) SkillBridge Program offers active-duty service members in their final months of service hands-on experience in a civilian healthcare work environment. This unpaid internship is intended for training and provides an opportunity to explore a career path in healthcare; it does not guarantee employment after the program. A minimum 12-week commitment is required, and participation depends on approval from the service member’s commanding officer and service branch. The Military Engagement Advisor develops and executes strategic initiatives for military and veteran communities to advance Blue Cross NC’s brand, business objectives, member outreach and retention, and community impact. The role focuses on improving healthcare access, behavioral health resources, benefits education, and attention to social determinants of health for active-duty service members, veterans, and military families. It works with County Engagement teams and cross-functional business units, primarily in support of Healthy Blue, Blue Cross NC’s Medicaid plan. The intern builds partnerships, leads community engagement and education activities, advises on military and veteran community needs, and manages projects and programs. Interns are responsible for their own housing, transportation, and living expenses and must follow company policies and professional conduct standards. Placement is not guaranteed and depends on available learning opportunities and alignment between the service member’s skills and organizational needs. Selected candidates participate in a formal interview process. To be eligible for future full-time employment at Blue Cross NC, individuals must reside and work in one of the states listed in the posting.

Requirements

Must be an active-duty service member within the last 180 days of service at the time the internship starts.
Must receive approval from the commanding officer and service branch to participate in SkillBridge; Blue Cross NC does not determine eligibility.
Must commit to a minimum of 12 weeks for the internship placement.
Must have a clear end-of-service date that aligns with the internship timeline.
Interested applicants must submit a current resume outlining military and civilian experience.
Applicants should submit commanding officer and service branch approval documentation if available.
Applicants must submit a statement of interest or cover letter describing career goals and SkillBridge program objectives.
Participation is subject to DoW approval and compliance with applicable program requirements.
Interns must adhere to company policies and professional conduct standards.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic military- and veteran-focused initiatives supporting brand and business objectives, member outreach and retention, and community impact.
Collaborate with County Engagement teams and cross-functional business units to implement community-informed strategies, primarily supporting Healthy Blue.
Build and maintain relationships with military installations, Veteran Service Organizations, Military Service Organizations, Veteran Service Officers, healthcare providers, community-based organizations, and government agencies.
Identify and implement education and outreach initiatives addressing healthcare access, behavioral health, chronic disease prevention, food insecurity, housing stability, and other priority issues affecting military and veteran populations.
Lead and support military community events, Veteran Stand Downs, benefits education seminars, health screenings, wellness initiatives, and evidence-based training programs connecting people with healthcare resources and Blue Cross NC products and services.
Coordinate with Public Health, Faith-Based, Tribal and Regional Liaisons, and other business-facing divisions on engagement strategies.
Serve as a subject matter expert on military and veteran community needs, emerging healthcare trends, and barriers to care, and recommend ways to improve outreach, engagement, and member experience.
Lead, train, and support County Engagement teammates and community partners serving military-connected populations across North Carolina.
Report program activities, partnership outcomes, community insights, and measurable impacts through regular reporting, presentations, and internal communication channels.
Manage military engagement projects, programs, policies, and procedures and ensure deliverables, strategic objectives, compliance requirements, and performance measures are achieved.
Evaluate community needs and partnership opportunities to develop sustainable initiatives that build trust in the military community and support Blue Cross NC’s mission and business objectives.