Project Management Intern

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey • Newark, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey empowers our members to achieve their best health. For over 90 years, we have been New Jersey’s health solutions leader driving innovations that improve health care quality, affordability, and member experience. Our members are our neighbors, our friends, and our families. It is this understanding that drives us to better serve and care for the 3.5 million people who place their trust in us. We pride ourselves on our best-in-class employees and strive to maintain an innovative and inclusive environment that allows them to thrive. When our employees bring their best and succeed, the Company succeeds. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Project Management Intern with a strong interest in project coordination, business operations, and organizational effectiveness. This intern will support project managers, cross‑functional teams, and senior leaders in the planning, execution, and governance of business and technology-driven initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a professional project management environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Understanding of project management concepts or methodologies (e.g., SDLC, Agile).
• Familiarity with project planning, workflow tools, or basic documentation practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Motivation and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in planning, organizing, and tracking project activities and deliverables.
• Support project execution by coordinating meetings, documenting action items, and maintaining project schedules.
• Help prepare project status updates, dashboards, and reporting materials for leadership.
• Lead the facilitation and execution of Detailed Business Case (DBC) creation, including coordinating stakeholders, gathering required inputs, organizing documentation, and ensuring timely completion of business case components.
• Coordinate deployment or implementation activities by logging, tracking, and communicating tasks.
• Review and document existing project workflows or processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in troubleshooting and monitoring non‑production project‑related issues and escalating as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely communication and smooth project operations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED