Summer 2027 Intern-Grand Rapids

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan • Grand Rapids, MI

3d

About The Position

The BCBSM Internship Program is designed to enhance the skills and abilities of young professionals and identify and attract future talent. Interns gain practical, hands-on work experience and a solid understanding of the health insurance industry. The program offers opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects, learn valuable skills, and network with employees throughout the organization, potentially building a future career at BCBSM.

The intern assists with research and preparation of materials to identify business problems, develop recommendations, and support management in implementing solutions. The role supports leaders on projects intended to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness, and develops an understanding of BCBSM's business, products, programs, data, organizational structure, controls, and research. The intern analyzes organizational goals, objectives, and needs; participates in networking events, department meetings, and events; and takes part in volunteer activities and community outreach to learn about BCBSM's communities and customers.

Requirements

• Be a current undergraduate or graduate student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Remain enrolled in a college or university, or a Master's or PhD program, for the duration of the internship.
• Have effective verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Have strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Have excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Maintain confidential information to the highest degree.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office suites and applicable BCBSM systems.
• Be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant degree areas include business, marketing, communications, analytics, project management, health administration, and economics.
• Strong communication, organization, curiosity, collaboration, judgment, time management, attention to detail, and the ability to manage changing priorities and summarize information clearly.
• Experience with AI tools, data analytics, and presentation development and delivery.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Prepare information and research materials to identify business problems, offer recommendations, and assist management with implementing solutions.
• Support leaders on projects designed to enhance the organization's efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of BCBSM's business, products, programs, data, organizational structure, controls, and research.
• Analyze business goals, objectives, and needs within the organization.
• Participate in networking events with BCBSM leaders and other interns.
• Engage in volunteer activities and community outreach to build knowledge of BCBSM's communities and customers.
• Participate in department meetings and events.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed