2027 Summer Intern - Public Policy (Lansing)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

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

The Public Policy intern assists with research and information gathering to identify business problems, make recommendations, and support management in implementing solutions. The intern supports leaders on projects that improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness, develops an understanding of BCBSM’s business, products, programs, data, organizational structure, controls, and research, and analyzes organizational goals, objectives, and needs. The role also involves networking with leaders and other interns, community outreach and volunteer activities, and participation in department meetings and events.

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.
• Effective verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidential information to the highest degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suites and applicable BCBSM systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare information and research materials to identify business problems, offer recommendations, and assist management with implementing solutions.
• Support leaders on projects intended to improve 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 organizational needs.
• Participate in networking events with BCBSM leaders and other interns.
• Engage in volunteer activities and community outreach to build knowledge of communities and customers.
• Participate in department meetings and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed